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In this session of Let’s Keep Moving With APDA, special guest Nick Wendel, PT, DPT shared his expertise on the benefits of aerobic exercise to improve overall quality of life and answered audience questions live.
PWR!Moves are the core of our Parkinson Disease specific functional exercise and physical therapy programs. The Basic 4 PWR!Moves are designed to each target a skill known to deteriorate in people with Parkinson disease, which often lead to loss of mobility and function.
Our list of live, virtual PD exercise classes can be found here. For those who cannot commit to a regular class scheduled, check out our list of PD exercise videos. The “video list” also includes a few booklets. Many online classes and exercise videos are free. Others charge a reasonable fee.
Research shows that exercise and physical activity can not only maintain and improve mobility, flexibility and balance but also ease non-motor PD symptoms such as depression or constipation. Browse Parkinson’s-friendly exercise tutorials on our YouTube.
29 kwi 2021 · Examples of FREE online exercise classes and resources for you to try: APDA’s Greater St. Louis Chapter’s YouTube channel– Here you’ll find a large number of recorded classes that you can watch and follow at any time. Classes include tai chi, yoga, interval training, kickboxing, chair exercises and more.
8 sie 2023 · The Parkinson’s Foundation Fitness Friday video series focuses on a different aspect of exercise designed to support people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD). From balance to coordination and more, this series lets you choose the at-home workouts that meet your fitness goals.
Exercise Videos and Resources to Keep You Moving. Here are some exercise videos available online, in DVD, or in VHS videotape format, recom- mended by our physical and occupational therapy colleagues. All of these videos are Parkinson's-specific exercise programs.