PEDALING FOR PARKINSON'S™

About the class

Pedaling for Parkinson's is a form of “Forced Exercise” on an indoor stationary bicycle designed specifically for people with Parkinson's disease.

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Participants ride for 60 minutes, 3 times per week, following the instructor led format below:

• 10 minute warm up at 60 RPM,

• followed by 40 minutes at 80 to 90 RPM,

• and a 10 minute cool down at 60 RPM.

Pedaling for Parkinson's can be rigorous exercise for some people.  Be prepared with the following:

• a physician's approval is required

• signed waiver is required

• proper cycling apparel is encouraged

  • padded cycling shorts​ & comfortable shirt.  

  • clip-in shoes are encouraged but not required.

• water bottle​

• heart-rate monitor recommended

• other cycling accessories may be helpful

  • portable seat pads, gloves, etc. 

Be Prepared

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