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Living with Parkinson's: what the evidence says about exercise, symptoms that don't get talked about, and what to do after a diagnosis.
Health information, not medical advice. Talk with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.
By Coach Dean Moskowitz
The prerequisites, the costs, the training camps, and the affiliate requirement — a coach who runs four Rock Steady Boxing affiliates walks through exactly how certification works and who it's for.
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Apathy affects about 40% of people with Parkinson's and is routinely mistaken for laziness or depression. What it actually is, how to tell it apart, and what the evidence says works.
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Loneliness is common in Parkinson's and linked to worse symptoms. What the research actually shows, why the world shrinks, and what genuinely helps — from a coach who sees it weekly.
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You don't need Parkinson's — or a boxing background — to belong in a Rock Steady Boxing gym. An affiliate coach on what volunteers actually do, who they are, and how to start (it's free).
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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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Why music and rhythm help Parkinson's movement, voice, and mood — the science of rhythmic cueing, plus simple ways to use music at home starting today.
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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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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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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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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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Where to find Parkinson's exercise videos worth your time — free options from the Parkinson's Foundation and YouTube, what to look for, and when paid programs make sense.
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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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The honest answer: usually not directly — but there are real ways to lower the cost, from Medicare Advantage fitness benefits to sliding-scale fees. An affiliate coach explains what actually works.
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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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The Michael J. Fox Foundation has directed more than $2 billion into Parkinson's research since 2000. What that means for you, and the two concrete ways regular people move the science forward.
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Founded in 1961, the APDA has raised and invested more than $338 million for the Parkinson's community. A plain-English guide to their chapters, research centers, and how to actually use them.
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You need less gear than you think — and the most important piece isn't gloves. An affiliate coach on what to wear to your first class, when to buy your own gloves, and what to skip entirely.
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Founded by one of America's winningest cyclists after his own diagnosis at 40, the Davis Phinney Foundation is built around one idea: living well today. Start with their free Every Victory Counts manual.
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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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Parkinson's quietly takes the voice, and Parkinson Voice Project exists to take it back. How the SPEAK OUT! program works, why their Pay It Forward model is remarkable, and how to find a provider.
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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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Rock Steady Boxing pricing varies by affiliate gym, and anyone quoting one universal number is guessing. Here's how the costs actually work, what affects them, and how to try it for free first.
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PMD Alliance serves people with Parkinson's AND every other movement disorder — free education, support ecosystems, and provider training, delivered with a personal touch. Here's how to use them.
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Founded in 1990 by overwhelmed caregivers who built the support network they couldn't find, PRO serves Southern California families with support groups, the Wellness Village directory, and a podcast.
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From newly diagnosed to advanced Parkinson's, from standing boxers to wheelchair boxers — an affiliate coach answers honestly who Rock Steady Boxing fits, how it adapts, and when to talk to your doctor first.
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Can't get to a Rock Steady Boxing gym every day? A coach who runs four affiliates shares the boxing-style drills worth practicing at home — shadowboxing, footwork, balance work — safely and BIG.
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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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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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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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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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Not whether boxing works — how it works. Amplitude, dual-task training, rhythm, and balance reactions, and why each one targets something Parkinson's specifically takes.
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Rock Steady Boxing is a non-contact boxing curriculum for people with Parkinson's, born in Indianapolis in 2006 and now taught at hundreds of gyms worldwide. Here's how it works, from a coach who teaches it.
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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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