exercise and Parkinson's prevention
 

http://psychcentral.com/news/2015/01...ion/79517.html

Nothing too surprising here, but just a good reminder of the importance of exercise for those of us who may be at high risk for PD, either from genetics or from being exposed to the same environmental factors as our parents with PD. (This may motivate me to join a gym....)

I am a firm believer that exercise is not an option , but a necessity . I am signed up for Rock Steady Training Camp in April in Indianapolis, Indiana. I highly recommend their program for anyone with PD. Now back to dancing every week since I am not able to be gardening this time of year...though I did work-out some in the un-heated greenhouse yesterday...it was wonderful to be getting into the dirt with the sun's warmth baking into me. It has been so cold that I have not been even outside much, except quick dashes to feed and water the chickens, rabbits and cat and back to the cold house (where usually, the coat stays on or at least a very heavy vest and sometimes add a tossell cap. Only have 2 pumpkins left...will put one of them in to bake later and that will help warm the house some today. Stay warm you-all.

Here is a webinar being given through the Michael J Fox Foundation.
It's Jan 15, and you'll need to register. As you can see, there is a
PD-related webinar each 3rd Thursday.
Third Thursdays Webinar
The Exercise Rx: Is Exercise as Important as the Pills You Take?
Thursday, January 15, 12 to 1 p.m. ET
Walking, swimming, yoga, boxing - all forms of exercise often
prescribed for people with Parkinson's. Our panelists will discuss
what research is telling us about the impact exercise may have on the
disease process and how you can integrate physical activity into your
treatment regimen.
Register today.
Q&A with participants will follow the discussion.
Already registered? Share with family, friends or your support group and doctor.
For more information about our 2015 Third Thursdays Webinars series,
please visit www.michaeljfox.org/webinars.