Rock steady boxing exercises

The 4 x 4 x 4 x 4 Drill is a boxing workout class that incorporates challenging cardio along with core integration with boxing technique.

Rock Steady Boxing classes have become popular with people who have Parkinson's disease and want to stay physically fit -- and reduce their symptoms, too.

Earlier this week, I tried out #RockSteady #Boxing, an exercise program for people with #Parkinson's disease, at Franciscan Health Fitness Centers in Schererville. Research has found that exercise can slow the progress of the neurodegenerative disorder. Class instructor Debbie Scanlon invited me to show me that it's a serious, intense workout.

It may seem counter-intuitive, but some of the same moves that professional boxers use to knock down their opponents in the ring are helping Parkinson's patients stay on their feet and fight some of the debilitating symptoms of their disease.

Continuing from her last column about Rock Steady Boxing, columnist Jean Mellano writes about the fleeting yet euphoric moments of triumph.

Living Well Balanced offers Rock Steady Boxing classes for various levels. Our trainers are knowledgeable about the program, and many have additional personal training or medical experience, so they can help with any questions you may have about the program.

Program Director and Head Coach at Rock Steady Boxing, Kristy Rose Follmar, CPT, authors a guest blog about Rock Steady Boxing and their new series of at-home workout videos.

This non-contact, boxing-based fitness program called Rock Steady Boxing has been scientifically proven to slow the progression of Parkinson's Disease.