Parkinson's UK launches online exercise programme
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 25 Oct, 20:31 · Archive
Parkinson's UK has launched Moving Forward, an online exercise programme for people in Oxfordshire with the condition.
Parkinson's UK has launched Moving Forward, an online exercise programme designed for people in Oxfordshire with Parkinson's who are inactive or new to exercise. The pilot scheme began in September and runs until December, offering participants a supportive and accessible way to exercise from home.
Jed Parsons, physical activity delivery manager at Parkinson's UK, said that physical activity can play an important role in helping people with Parkinson's manage their condition, but acknowledged that getting started can be challenging for inactive people or those new to exercise. 'Moving Forward is about breaking down some of those barriers and giving people a friendly, supportive and accessible way to start moving more from the comfort of their own home,' he said.
Participants receive four months of free access to Brand Inc Fitness's online platform, which offers exercise videos tailored to different abilities and interests. Sessions are led by Richard Pinchen, founder of Brand Inc Fitness, and designed to address areas associated with Parkinson's. Each session is fully adaptable and can be completed seated or standing, with participants encouraged to go at their own pace.
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- Parkinson’s UK launches online exercise programmeMoving Forward, a programme launched by Parkinson’s UK, is designed for people with Parkinson’s.Oxford Mail · 25 Oct, 20:00
- Parkinson’s UK launches online exercise programmeMoving Forward, a programme launched by Parkinson’s UK, is designed for people with Parkinson’s.Oxfordshire Guardian · 25 Oct, 20:00
In this story: Parkinson's UK · Oxfordshire · Brand Inc Fitness · Richard Pinchen · Jed Parsons
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