By Coach Dean Moskowitz
Newly Diagnosed With Parkinson's: Your First 90 Days
A practical guide for the newly diagnosed — what to do first, who belongs on your care team, what to tell people, and why exercise matters most right now.
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Newly Diagnosed
A Parkinson's diagnosis is a lot to take in, and there's no right way to feel in the early days. Take whatever time you need — nothing on this page has to happen today. When you're ready, these posts cover what the evidence actually says, the first steps that tend to help, and how to find people who understand.
Health information, not medical advice. Talk with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.
By Coach Dean Moskowitz
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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The Parkinson's Foundation: The First Phone Call I Tell Every New Member to Make
The Parkinson's Foundation runs a free Helpline — 1-800-4PD-INFO — staffed to answer real questions about Parkinson's, in English and Spanish. Here's everything else they offer and how to use it.
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Parkinson's Support Groups in Los Angeles & the Valley
Where to find a Parkinson's support group in Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley — verified organizations, real phone numbers, and what to expect.
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Is Boxing Good for Parkinson's? What the Research Says
An honest look at the research on boxing for Parkinson's: what studies show about balance and quality of life, what's still unproven, and who it's right for.
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What to Expect at Your First Rock Steady Boxing® Class
Nervous about your first Rock Steady Boxing class? A coach who runs four affiliate gyms walks you through exactly what happens — what to wear, what you'll do, and what nobody warns you about (the laughing).
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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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