Fitness with Parkinson’s Disease?

Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that worsens overtime, resulting in the gradual degradation of the nervous system. Symptoms of Parkinson’s disease include tremors, muscular stiffness, slowing of movement, gradual loss of balance, and speech changes.

Exercise can be highly beneficial for managing Parkinson’s disease symptoms. But specialist assistance is important to mitigate the risks.

Brand Inc Fitness provides specialty training to individuals with complex disorders including mental health disorders. Sign up today for just 99p!

Common Barriers to exercise for people with Parkinson’s disease

• Risk of falling - the slowing of movement in individuals with Parkinson’s disease can increase the risk of falling. Seated exercises may suit some individuals best

• Motor Challenges - tremors, rigidity, and slowness of movement can make exercises challenging. An inclusive fitness programme ought to allow for different levels of ability

• Joint Pain - it is common for individuals with Parkinson’s disease to experience joint pain which can make exercise uncomfortable or painful

• Depression & Anxiety - despite physical activity being hugely beneficial to an individual’s mental health, it may act as an initial barrier stopping individuals with Parkinson’s disease from pursuing their fitness goals

• Accessibility - many exercise settings and programmes are not adapted to accommodate individuals with specialist requirements

• lack of inclusive programmes - a lack of inclusive exercise programmes can make entry into fitness for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other disorders difficult. Brand Inc Fitness specialise in delivering fitness to everyone, no matter your ability or disability

How can Brand Inc Fitness help you?

• Become healthier, fitter and stronger

• Improve your mental health

• Live longer, happier and increase independence

• For every body and people of all abilities

• Disability inclusive

• Just 99p per month, no hidden fees

• New workouts every month

• Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced versions of every work out