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Boxing vs Parkinson's

8/8/2017

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 Our Boxing vs Parkinson's program started last November under the guidance of myself, the staff and members of the Comox Valley Boxing Club. When I became aware of the interest some people in the community with Parkinson's had in trying boxing I invited the group to the club along with fitness instructor Jill Nelson (who had contacted me about the group) They fell in love with it and the classes began and continue every friday from 2:30 until 3:30pm
 This high intensity class combines exercises largely adapted from boxing routines which focus on optimal agility, speed, muscular endurance, accuracy, hand-eye coordination, footwork and overall strength to defend against and overcome opponents. In this case the opponent is Parkinson's 
  The class includes footwork drills, slip lines, double end bags, heavy bags, speed/timing bags and partner drills. Boxing gloves are not essential but desired for comfort and safety. As one woman said in class once " As soon as I put on those gloves and hit the bag, i felt a sense of power." She also said that when her Parkinson's symptoms began, she felt like a stranger had taken over her body. Now she feels like she has some control.
​ Studies show that by working on these skills, participants have the potential to slow down the progression of their disease and improve their quality of life.
 If you or someone you know with Parkinson's are interested in trying a class, please just show up before 2:30. Bring a pair of clean indoor shoes , drinking water and there is a nominal $5 fee. FMI contact myself at 250-898-7444 or Parkinson's Support group member Anne at 250-897-1657
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