Fitness for Parkinson’s Steve Walsh, a long-time class participant through the Norton Neuroscience Institute (NNI), was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2014 while living in Michigan and ready to retire. Shortly after his diagnosis, he moved back home to Kentucky to be … [Read more...] about Fighting for Movement
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Better Your Balance
Fitness Classes to Help you Overcome Movement Disorders Extensive research has been done in the realm of movement disorders and show that Tai Chi and yoga, when practiced consistently, have shown improved balance, spatial awareness, reduced fall risk, improved management of … [Read more...] about Better Your Balance
They Are Traveling Around on Electric Bikes
Bill Dennis says he feels fortunate that he was able to work in two distinctive fields that he enjoyed. For 22 years, Bill worked for the Western Electric Company. “I loved it because I was working with machines and engineers,” Bill says. When Western Electric closed, he moved on … [Read more...] about They Are Traveling Around on Electric Bikes
Virtual Meditation For Trying Times
Right now as COVID-19 still looms overhead causing a lot of us to feel more scattered and confused than ever, it’s hard to think of specific ideas that might bring relief for our tired hearts and minds. Whether you’re working from home where your days seem to be mired in routine, … [Read more...] about Virtual Meditation For Trying Times
Stepping Up for a Friend
Many of us have taken to the streets during COVID-19, walking to stay fit and fight boredom. Patsy Harkess is no exception. But what is exceptional is that Patsy has walked 1,000 miles amid the pandemic to support ALS awareness and fundraising. Her story is one of determination, … [Read more...] about Stepping Up for a Friend