Exercise

When we conceived the topic for this microcast the idea was to talk about the differences for a coach working wth older athletes and younger athletes, or older people with Parkinson’s who have to exercise and younger people, with or without Parkinson’s, who want to exercise. However, as the conversation developed, the apparent differences became […]

In this episode we meet Dr. Anna Halbeisen, a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine board-certified in emergency medicine, sports medicine as well as neuromusculoskeletal/osteopathic manual medicine. We talk with Dr. Halbeisen about exercise and how that impacts your body from a medical perspective, particularly in people diagnosed with Parkinson’s.

June 11, 2025. Mark your calendars. PASD’s Director of Operations, Jeff Seckendorf, will attempt to break four world cycling records to support the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego. In this episode Jeff switched roles from interviewer to interviewee as Sherrie Gould, NP asked Jeff about the ride, the bike, the velodrome, and what it’s like

Reneu Health is a team of experienced clinical kinesiologists who specialize in preventive and rehabilitative exercise for seniors and people with Parkinson’s. In this episode Jeff talks with Reneu founder Chris Corpuz about Reneu’s in-home and in-facility exercise programs and Marty Acevedo about her experiences at Reneu Health.

Serving those with minor to severe disabilities, the SDSU Adaptive Fitness Clinic is a community outreach program through the School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences at San Diego State University.

Everyone connected to Parkinson’s knows how important exercise is in helping to manage the symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. But some of the most critical stages in any structured exercise program are rest and recovery. In this episode Jeff interviews Jessie Agrimis, DPT, on recovery, rest, and adaptation.

Lisa Evans, Parkinson’s Association of San Diego board member and newly diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s, takes us through her exercise regime. Lisa’s program is not necessarily for anyone else, but she gives a great insight into what it takes to keep Parkinson’s at bay and, hopefully, slow its progression.

Exercise. It’s still the only therapy known today that can slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease. One of the exercise options that is taking the Parkinson’s community by storm is Rock Steady Boxing. In this episode Mike Reeder of Rock Steady Boxing Downtown (San Diego) gives us some insights on boxing, having fun, and training

We’ve heard from everybody – doctors, nurse practitioners, dietitians, coaches, personal trainers – why it’s so important for people with Parkinson’s to exercise. In this episode Jessie Agrimis, DPT , gives us a physical therapist’s perspective on why it’s critical that people with Parkinson’s have a consistent exercise routine.