Joe Wicks makes devoted exercise video for individuals with Parkinson’s illness

Jun 07, 2023 at 6:05 AM
Joe Wicks makes devoted exercise video for individuals with Parkinson’s illness

Fitness coach Joe Wicks has teamed up with the NHS to create a devoted exercise video for individuals with Parkinson’s illness.

Regular train has been proven to have a constructive impression on the signs that may trigger involuntary shaking of components of the physique, gradual motion and stiff or rigid muscle tissue.

Wicks has labored with specialists at St Thomas’ Hospital in London to assist individuals with the situation train at dwelling.

“I’m so passionate about making exercise accessible for all people, no matter their ability,” Wicks mentioned.

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“It was great to come down to St Thomas’ Hospital to hear more about how exercise can help people with Parkinson’s manage their symptoms and to create this workout video tailored specifically for them.”

Milly Khan, a extremely specialist neuro-physiotherapist at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NSH Foundation Trust, mentioned: “Physical exercise is a very necessary part of remedy for Parkinson’s and the situation should not be a barrier to being bodily lively.

“Having this specially created resource that people can do in the comfort of their own home will make a huge difference to not only the patients I see at St Thomas’, but those across the country.”

The specialised exercise video has 10 totally different workout routines put collectively by Wicks, often known as The Body Coach, who was hailed for internet hosting day by day PE classes on-line throughout lockdown.

The train video for individuals with Parkinson’s is accessible free on-line on The Body Coach YouTube channel.