Parkinson's Basics
This brain chemical decreases in people with Parkinson's Disease
Dopamine
This shaking movement is one of the most recognizable symptoms of Parkinson’s.
Tremor
This sport inspired the exercise program used in Rock Steady classes.
Boxing
This straight punch is usually the quickest punch thrown.
Exercise can help improve this mental benefit related to mood and happiness.
Endorphins / mood improvement
Parkinson's disease mainly affects which body system?
The Nervous System
Name one non-movement symptom of Parkinson’s.
Sleep problems, depression, loss of smell, constipation, fatigue, anxiety
The first Rock Steady Boxing gym started in this Indiana city.
Indianapolis
This punch comes from the side and targets the opponent’s head or body.
Hook
This type of exercise helps build muscle strength.
Strength Training
This doctor first described Parkinson's Disease in 1817.
James Parkinson
This symptom causes stiffness in muscles and joints.
Rigidity
Rock Steady Boxing workouts are contact or non-contact?
Non-Contact
This punch travels upward toward the chin.
Uppercut
This type of fitness improves heart and lung health.
Cardio & Aerobic exercise
About how many people in the U.S. are living with Parkinson’s disease?
About 1 Million
Loss of this sense can appear years before movement symptoms.
Sense of smell
This is the main goal of Rock Steady Boxing for people with Parkinson’s.
To slow disease progression and improve quality of life through exercise.
In boxing combinations, the classic 1-2 combo is a jab followed by this punch.
Cross
This type of training focuses on maintaining stability and preventing falls.
Balance Training
This is the small area of the brain where dopamine-producing cells are lost in Parkinson's
Basal Ganglia
This symptom describes slowed movement.
Bradykinesia
Rock Steady Boxing was founded by Scott Newman after he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at this age.
40 years old
Moving your head side-to-side to avoid punches is called this.
Bob & Weave
Exercise can help improve this skill that often becomes softer in Parkinson’s.
Voice Volume