Exercise is critical for PWP

I've had a harder time with balance (walking around the neighborhood) or riding my two wheel recumbent bicycle. Both are doable, but best if I have someone with me for those times when I fall.

I've been using a "1932 vintage" Exercycle. Company is still in business but the old style motorized bicycle moves the handle bar, seat, and pedals. Slow (fine) and Fast (you have to be kidding!) speeds. Handle bar allows movement, so as it moves back and forth I can stretch like I am swimming. Often you see these machines from $100 to $300 on craiglist. Best is to find one with the option PEP meter (it shows power being generated).

I'm up to a 45 minute ride. Target heart rate in 5 minutes, then keep at it for forty minutes.

Between that, and a local Power for Parkinsons class, I actually feel great!