By Coach Dean Moskowitz
Cycling for Parkinson's: What the Research Shows
Why cycling — especially fast-pedaling 'forced exercise' — is studied for Parkinson's, what the research does and doesn't show, and how to start safely.
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Exercises
Step-by-step movement guides — balance work, strength, low-impact routines, and what the research actually supports.
Health information, not medical advice. Talk with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.
By Coach Dean Moskowitz
Fall Prevention Classes: What They Are and Where to Find One
What happens in a fall prevention class, which programs are evidence-based, how to find free ones near you, and how boxing training does the same job.
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A Home Workout for Seniors: Full Body, No Equipment
A complete home workout for seniors — warm-up, strength, balance, and stretching in about 30 minutes, using nothing but a chair, a wall, and your own body.
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Occupational Therapy for Parkinson's: What OTs Actually Do
What occupational therapy for Parkinson's disease really involves — handwriting, dressing, home safety, driving, energy — and how to get a referral covered.
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Parkinson's Exercise Class: What to Look For Before You Join
How to evaluate a Parkinson's exercise class — the eight things good ones have, questions to ask the instructor, and how to find classes near you or online.
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Parkinson's Exercise: How Much, How Often, and What Kind
The Parkinson's Foundation recommends at least 2.5 hours of exercise a week. Here's what that looks like in real life — how often, how hard, and what kinds count.
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Physical Therapy Exercises for Parkinson's: What PTs Prescribe
The physical therapy exercises PTs most often prescribe for Parkinson's — gait, balance, amplitude, and strength work — plus how to practice safely between visits.
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Senior Exercise Classes: How to Pick the Right One for You
A guide to senior exercise classes — what each type actually does for your body, how to find free ones near you, and the questions to ask before you join.
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Chair Exercises for Seniors: Get Stronger From a Seat
Nine chair exercises for seniors you can do today, with simple steps and safety tips. Build strength and balance from a sturdy chair, at your own pace.
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The Brian Grant Foundation: Exercise-First Help From a Man Who Lives It
NBA veteran Brian Grant was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson's at 36. His foundation is one of the best free sources of Parkinson's exercise and nutrition resources anywhere. A coach's guide.
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Strength Training for Seniors: It's Never Too Late
You lose 3–5% of muscle every decade after 30 — and you can rebuild it at any age. A patient, safe guide to strength training for seniors, no gym required.
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Balance Exercises for Seniors That Help Prevent Falls
One in four adults over 65 falls each year. These seven balance exercises for seniors — with clear steps and safety holds — help you stay steady on your feet.
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Low Impact Exercise for Seniors: 8 Joint-Friendly Picks
Eight low impact exercises for seniors that are easy on your joints and strong on results — walking, water workouts, non-contact boxing, and more.
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LSVT BIG Exercises: How Thinking Big Helps Parkinson's
LSVT BIG is a Parkinson's therapy built on one idea: move bigger than feels normal. How it works, what the research shows, and what the exercises look like.
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The Best Exercises for Parkinson's, Per the Research
Research points to four kinds of exercise for Parkinson's: aerobic, strength, balance, and stretching. What the studies show and how to build your week.
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Parkinson's Exercises at Home: A Simple Daily Routine
A realistic at-home Parkinson's routine: big-movement warm-ups, strength, balance at the counter, and shadow boxing — with safety tips throughout.
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Movement Is Medicine — But Only the Doses You Actually Take
Exercise is one of the most powerful tools in Parkinson's care. The hard part isn't knowing that — it's still doing it in a year. Why enjoyment and community are the real prescription.
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Staying Active at Home Between Classes
Consistency beats intensity. Simple ways to keep moving on the days you are not in the gym.
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