Hi Carol; I have the same problem with weak legs and shuffling feet along with balance problems and so on. I am 51 and was diagnosed about the same time as you were. I do better with the Sinemet CR but what ever helps you i'm all for it. I guess its just nice to know there are others out there the same age and having the same problems and were all fighting this togeather. Marco had some great suggestions, I too am trying to strengthen my legs by exercising each day but its not always easy or fun! and there are times when my legs just don't want to work at all and shopping or walking is just not even an option. Hang tough, Diane ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn