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Parkinson's

Parkinson’s is a neurological condition that affects a person’s motor and non-motor functions. There are more than 40 known symptoms, from tremor and pain to anxiety so there isn’t one way to get moving.

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Benefits of moving more

When you live with Parkinson's, being active is one of the best things you can do to help manage your symptoms and live well with the condition. We're here to help you understand what activity is suitable for you, no matter what stage you’re at with your condition.

Staying active helps you maintain your balance, strength and coordination. Here are just a few of the benefits of being active with Parkinson’s: 

  • Better bone and muscle strength.

  • Improved balance and coordination.   

  • Better cognitive skills.

  • Lower levels of stress and anxiety.

  • Better sleep.

Hints and Tips

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Digital tools to help you move

Explore a variety of free online resources designed to help you stay active. With countless videos, articles, and guides at your fingertips, you can start whenever you like.

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Find activities you enjoy

Being active doesn’t have to involve traditional ways of moving. You can find something that you genuinely enjoy doing and have tonnes of fun doing it. It’s easier to stay motivated when you move in a way that you enjoy.

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Ways to get active

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Five in Five

Start building small amounts of activity into your day with Five in Five, a five minute mini-workout designed for people living with long term health conditions.

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Mindfulness with Sandra

Take a moment to unwind with these mindful and meditative movements from Sandra. She'll guide you through a series of relaxing activities which will help to support your overall wellbeing.

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Dance with Anne

Chair-based dance teacher Anne Little takes you through a really fun and energising dance session, broken down into 5 minute chunks with some really uplifting music.

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Kitchen Routine with Bill Bailey

Whether you're waiting for the kettle to boil or the microwave to ping, work up a sweat in the kitchen with these bite-sized movements from Bill Bailey!

Our stories

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John’s story

John was determined to do something for himself and his friends also diagnosed with Parkinson’s, and so they created their own walking football team for people with Parkinson’s and for stroke survivors.

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Christine's story

For Christine, keeping her body moving helps her to feel like herself again after her Parkinson's diagnosis. She loves nothing better than expressing herself through dance.

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Paul’s story

Ever since Paul’s Parkinson’s diagnosis, he’s had to adjust and shift how he keeps moving. He's even come up with some inventive ways to play solo ping pong!

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Parkinson’s UK

Parkinson’s UK exists to find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. We’re a people-powered movement on the verge of major breakthroughs in Parkinson’s. We help people to live as well as possible. And make sure everyone understands the real impact of Parkinson’s.

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