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Rayilyn Brown
Past Director AZNPF
Arizona Chapter National Parkinson Foundation
From: American Parkinson Disease Association
Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2010 6:01 AM
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Subject: Healthy tip of the month from American Parkinson Disease Association
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With Spring comes warmer weather, and that brings the opportunity to get outside and exercise! Maintaining an active lifestyle is possible with effort and determination.
Here are a few tips to get you moving and enjoying some fresh air:
1.. Walking with someone can be better than using a walker. Hold onto the arm of someone else while walking, and say out loud together, "Left, right, left, right, left, right." This can help you concentrate on your movements. Your physical therapist (PT) can help determine when using a walker is safer.
2.. When walking, bring your toes up with every step you take. If you tend to shuffle, follow these steps:
1.. Stop walking.
2.. Make sure your feet are about 8 inches apart.
3.. Stand up as straight as you can.
4.. Think about taking a large step.
5.. Take a step by bringing one foot up high, as if you are marching.
6.. Lift your toes up and place your heel down first.
7.. Roll onto the ball of your foot and toes.
8.. Repeat this process with the other foot.
9.. Swing your opposite arm forward when taking a step. This will improve the rhythm of your walking and your appearance. Swinging your arms freely while walking shifts body weight from your legs, lessens fatigue, and helps loosen your arms and shoulders.
This Parkinson's tip courtesy of "Parkinson's Disease: 300 Tips for Making Life Easier" by Shelley Peterman Schwarz - Demos Health
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