5 BEST TIPS FOR PEOPLE NEWLY DIAGNOSED WITH PD

***The following is a repost from The Davis Phinney Foundation Updated: July 19th, 2022 Speaking with a Medical Professional We recently had the chance to chat with two of our Davis Phinney Foundation Ambassadors who specialize in working with people living with Parkinson’s disease. Together they shared their five best tips for the recently diagnosed. The information below is invaluable in helping individuals with PD regain their independence and improve their overall well-being. Parkinsonâ…
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What Is Parkinson’s Boxing Therapy?

Parkinson’s boxing therapy is a training program that is designed for the unique needs of individuals with Parkison’s disease. The wide array of non-contact, boxing-based workouts aims to help people with PD manage their symptoms and help them live a more independent life. Parkison’s boxing therapy classes are a great way to stay in shape and live a more complete life! If this sounds like something you or someone you know would benefit from, keep reading! Who Is Parksion’s Boxing For?…
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Living with Parkinson’s Disease: “SHE KNEW I NEEDED ROCK STEADY BOXING BEFORE I DID!”

Jennifer “Hood Rat” Crowder is currently a boxer at RSB Suffield, CT at Hits & Kicks. She had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at age 40. Jennifer Shares her story about living with Parkinson’s disease, finding Rock Steady Boxing, her personal experience with the program, and how she had some help sticking with it.  Finding A Rock Steady Boxing Gym Jennifer was a northerner living in a southern city and had to travel an hour to the nearest Rock Steady Boxing P…
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Help us Fight Back! Become a Rock Steady Boxing volunteer today!

Drone photography provided by Dronegenuity   With the new year comes a time to renew our goals, and our mission of fighting back against Parkinson’s Disease.  This year, there are many great things happening in the world of Rock Steady Boxing.  If you’ve heard about Rock Steady Boxing, and are interested in being more involved, one of the great parts about Rock Steady Boxing is the volunteer force that all of our coaches and boxers are grateful for.  At The Rock Steady Headquarte…
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5 Best Tips for People Newly Diagnosed with PD

***The following is a repost from The Davis Phinney Foundation April 16, 2019 We recently had the chance to chat with two of our Davis Phinney Foundation Ambassadors who specialize in working with people living with Parkinson’s. Together they shared their five best tips for the newly diagnosed. Brett Miller, Rock Steady Boxing coach and wellness professional recommends that people do the following as soon as they’re diagnosed. #1 – FIND A MOVEMENT DISORDER SPECIALIST (MDS) Movement di…
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