Bounce Back Exercise
Tutor: Beth Boxall, Clinical Exercise Specialist, Bounceback Exercise
This is a 30-minute energising exercise session involving strength, balance and Parkinson’s-specific exercises. Enjoy the session, then feel free to ask Beth any questions about exercise.
This session is part of a World Parkinson’s Day collaboration with Parkinson’s UK, the national charity supporting the Parkinson’s community, and We Are Undefeatable.
Preparation
• Ensure you have plenty of room to exercise and make sure there are no trip hazards on the floor around you too.
• Wear something cool and comfortable that you can move in.
Video time
30 minutes
About Beth
Beth is a clinical exercise specialist with a Master’s degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Loughborough University.
She holds Level 4 certifications in both Exercise for Long-Term Neurological Conditions and Cancer and Exercise Rehabilitation.
Beth founded Bounce Back Exercise to provide tailored exercise programs for people with Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, cancer and other long-term health conditions.
You can watch more of Beth's Bounceback videos on her YouTube Channel by clicking the 'Find out more' button below!
- Two weights e.g. cans, water bottles or dumbbells
- A chair
- A resistance band (optional)
See more from Parkinson's Awareness Month
This April, we're honouring Parkinson's Awareness month with a variety of Parkinson's-focused sessions!
On the 8th of April, Rory Cellan-Jones is joining us for a conversation about a very special lady in his life - Sophie, a very shy rescue dog from Romania.
On World Parkinson's Day on the 11th of April, we're collaborating with Parkinson's UK, the national charity supporting the Parkinson's community, and We Are Undefeatable to host a day of Parkinson's-friendly exercise sessions. From Dance classes to Parkinson's Beats exercise drumming, there are a variety of sessions with standing and seated options that everyone can join in with.
World Parkinson's Day
You can find out more about World Parkinson's Day at Parkinson's UK, and how you can get involved in this fantastic initiative!