Crossfit, anyone?

[Rebtar]

I'm inspired to get into really good shape and am thinking of starting crossfit training. I'm a skinny 61 yr old woman in moderately good condition and health (exercising almost daily for past 3 years but not intensely for the most part), mild PD symptoms, but I'm a little afraid to jump into this. Hoping to build muscle mass, energy level, endurance and improve mood...

I'm looking for encouragement, help me get going on this adventure! Or if you've been thinking of this too, let's do it "together" and cheer each other on...

[laglag]

Bailey is the one to talk to about Crossfit. He's an animal when it comes to doing Crossfit. Just be careful and don't get hurt by doing too much. Good luck!

[ryanJames1]

Hi Rebtar

I am 62 reasonably mild Parkinson's no Meds ...

I have started using an electronic exercise vibrating machine daily

I am also slim but this is really toning and has increased my energy levels and fitness

I also have osteoporosis so it's a much better option for me

Googling info seems this machine has benefits for PD and osteoporosis

I also do daily light exercise including walking

[NRyan in reply to ryanJames1]

Good to know! I am also thinking about getting one of these. I have a chiropractor friend that has one in his office. He loves what it does for his patients. He suggested one for me to potentially help keep my symptoms mild.....willing to try anything!

[ryanJames1 in reply to NRyan]

Yes would definitely recommend !

You can get them online for about $100 worth the investment I think ...

[JohnPepper]

After taking part in this website for a couple of years I am firmly of the opinion that exercise helps EVERY Pd patient feel better, even though it does not necessarily affect the progression of the Pd.

I have also found that patients with walking and/or balance problems have all been able to gain benefit doing FAST WALKING, with or without other forms of exercise. That is capable of slowing down the progression of Pd. In my case it has reversed many of my symptoms.

The good news is that patients with walking problems have got the chance to positively influence the progression of their Pd. I'm afraid that I am unable to claim the same for those who do not have walking problems.

Read my profile and start taking action, NOW!

[ryanJames1]

vibeplate.com/active-aging/...

[Rebtar in reply to ryanJames1]

Pricey.

[ryanJames1 in reply to Rebtar]

No mine was $80 second hand it's small and portable not much more expensive new

[NRyan]

Is this the one you bought? Vibe plate brand?

[ryanJames1 in reply to NRyan]

No mine is portable bought second hand for $80

They are only around $100 to $149 new for portable X cerci see vibrators

[DianeJ]

I'd like to find one for the price you paid. The web site you referred to has prices that start around $1000.

[Limpmaster]

I know that this is an old post but I started doing crossfit a few months ago twice a week and I think it is fantastic. Just have to go easy especially at first to make sure you don't hurt yourself.