Parkinson’s: Standing Strength and Toning Class

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
1 stability disc
1 chair
1 foam roller
2 yoga blocks
1 orange loop band
1 yellow Theraband
1 black Theraband
1 single 3-pound weight

All postures move into Flat Back Posture with Parkinson’s. This program takes the body out of the forward leaning position Parkinson’s puts it in, by strengthening the quadriceps, hip flexors, upper back extensors, and full abdomen. We also work on dorsiflexion of the feet to combat the plantar flexion in the ankles. Diaphragmatic and Rhythmic Breathing are used to relax the nervous system and decrease falling due to the shuffling in the feet. Flexibility and balance work through all planes of motion are woven in for participants’ safety and injury prevention.