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On September 28, 2001 Rayilyn Brown wrote: > Since I seem to be the only "exerciser" it was good to see some support for > my approach, altho this article only mentions Alzheimers. If interersted > take a look. > http://www.the-scientist.com/yr2001/may/research2_010528.html Rayilyn, you are not the only "exerciser", although it does seem that exercise is not given enough emphasis in terms of slowing the progression of PD and / or helping us cope with PD. I believe that exercise provides many benefits, physical and mental. Five to six days a week, I walk 3 1/2 miles, up and down hills, in about an hour. I then work out for approx. 30 minutes on my Total Gym. In addition, I spend numerous hours each week maintaining my property and undertaking other strenuous activities. The results? I feel good most of the time. My blood pressure had been high, but now is very good. My doctor has advised me to keep up my exercise routine. It is difficult to know the benefits regarding PD. In the past 1 1/2 years, there has been very little change in my symptoms. Although I cannot be certain that the exercise has helped in this regard, it is my opinion that it has been of significant benefit. At times it is not easy to keep physically active, but I think it is worth the effort and pain. I am certain that it has helped me maintain a positive attitude. Dave Bergford 60 now / 58 dx. / 55 onset [log in to unmask] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn