Working out with weights with Parkinson's

[terrya]

So, I want to work out with weights again after a three year absence.

I'm 66 years old.

I've also been diagnosed with Parkinson's.

Should I attempt it?

Thanks

[2naSalit]

1. A light regime...

Would probably be a good way to keep you body healthy.

[Skittles]

2. yes

go for lighter weights, higher reps

[Cracklin Charlie]

3. Your arms and legs ARE weights.

Lift, bend, squat, stretch

Good for you.

[AnotherDreamWeaver]

4. I've heard putting on boxing gloves and going at the punching bag

is good exercise for folks with Parkinson's.

[wackadoo wabbit]

5. High-intensity aerobic exercise has been shown to help *halt* the progression of PD!

Weights would be OK, but you wouldn't get your heart rate up high enough for it to stop PD progression.

I can send you links to journal abstracts and/or the full papers on this, if you'd like.

If you're interested in stopping PD progression, there are a couple of things you can do. Let me know if you're interested, and I'll post them and/or DM them to you.