Pedaling for Parkinsons

REDUCE YOUR SYMPTOMS WHILE BEING IN COMMUNITY

Pedaling a bicycle may change the life of someone with Parkinson’s disease. Research conducted at the Cleveland Clinic showed a 35% reduction in symptoms by the simple act of pedaling a bicycle at a rapid pace— optimally, 80-90 revolutions per minute.  Fast pedaling is not a cure for Parkinson’s disease, but there is compelling evidence to show that it does make a real difference in many who try it.

Pedaling for Parkinson's Mission

The mission of Pedaling for Parkinson's is:

• To improve the quality of life of Parkinson's disease patients and their caregivers
• To educate patients, caregivers, and the general public about the benefits of maintaining an active lifestyle after a Parkinson's diagnosis.
• To support research dedicated to the prevention and treatment of Parkinson's disease.

Program Requirements

• Be over the age of 30
• Be diagnosed with Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease
• Complete and submit consent and medical clearance form
• NOT have cardiac or pulmonary disease, uncontrolled mellitus, uncontrolled hypertension or stroke, dementia, other medical conditions for which exercise poses a risk.

Date and Time

Ongoing; new participants always welcome with completed paperwork

Oct 1 - Nov 16
Dec 3 - Jan 25
Feb 3 - Mar 22
Apr 1 - May 17
May 27 - July 12 (No class Sat, July 5)

Tues/Thurs/Sat @ 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
Registration always open

Program Cost

Pedaling for Parkinson's is FREE for Glens Falls members who meet the requirements.  If you are not an active Glens Falls member, there is a $5 per class charge ($105 for the entire session for non-members).

Medical Consent Form - Please Complete Online, Print and Bring to the YMCA

For more information

Heather Hamell, Health & Wellness Director
518-793-3878 ext. 628  
heather.hamell@srymca.org