Help Us Knock Out Parkinson’s
We are thrilled to Partner with Punch 4 Parkinson’s (P4P) to help knock out Parkinson’s disease. P4P is a charitable organization focused on developing, implementing and funding non-combat boxing programs for those suffering from Parkinson’s Disease. Research has shown that high-intensity exercise like boxing slows and oftentimes reverses the progression of Parkinson’s symptoms, and we’ve seen first-hand the remarkable physical and cognitive benefits.
How boxing can help people with Parkinson’s disease
High intensity exercise is proven to be beneficial for slowing the progression of Parkinson’s as well as other chronic diseases including MS and ALS. As one of the top types of exercises recommended for people with Parkinson’s, the boxing regimen incorporates stretching, punching, core and footwork, vocal exercises, and mental sequencing. Healthcare practitioners have seen improvement in their patients Parkinson’s symptoms, including:
Are you or someone you know interested in support through our boxing program?
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects the brain and causes a progression of symptoms including tremors, slowness of movement, limb rigidity, as well as gait and balance problems. The cause remains largely unknown. Although there is no cure, treatment options vary and include medications and surgery. While Parkinson’s itself is not fatal, disease complications can be very serious. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rated complications from PD as the 14th cause of death in the United States.
