Physical activity
Physical activity is good for you. It's especially good for you if you have Parkinson's.
Whether you have Parkinson's or live with someone who does, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Being active for 2.5 hours a week can help manage Parkinson’s symptoms, and has a positive impact both physically and mentally.
Break a sweat. Lift your mood. Live well with Parkinson’s.
What physical activity styles should I focus on?
Focus on vigorous physical activity. This might be working out in the gym.
Focus on physical activity that takes effort and targets your symptoms. This might be at Parkinson's exercise classes.
Focus on everyday activities and movements you have difficulty with. This might be doing seated exercise.
Staying active at home
There's lots of ways you can keep fit and stay active even if you're spending more time indoors.
Staying physically active at home with Parkinson's: your toolkit
From chair-based aerobics to balance exercises, we’ve brought together a range of video workouts you can do from the comfort of your own home.
Free Everyone Active membership
Interested in going for a swim, joining a class, or building up your strength?
We've partnered up with Everyone Active, who has over 190 local leisure, gym, swim and activities facilities. If you or your loved one is living with Parkinson's, you can sign up for free membership.
3 things we know about physical activity and Parkinson's
Being active for 2.5 hours a week can help manage Parkinson’s symptoms.
Physical activity can have a positive impact on your symptoms, both physically and mentally.
Being active can be as important as your medication to help you take control and manage your symptoms.
How will exercise help my Parkinson's?
Watch the video to find out from different people with the condition.
Looking for more exercise tips? We've got lots more videos on our YouTube channel.
Bone health and Parkinson's
People with Parkinson’s have a higher risk of fracturing a bone than the general population, so it’s especially important to look after your bone health. We learn more with Dr Donald Grosset, our Clinical Director.
Download: How to stay active and exercise at home (PDF, 985KB)
In this print at home resource, we’ve put together some of the best exercises to help you stay active at home when you have Parkinson’s.
Straight from the expert
In this video, Physiotherapist Bhanu Ramaswamy explains how you can get started, and how physical activity will help you manage your Parkinson's both now and in the future.
We Are Undefeatable
The We Are Undefeatable campaign aims to support people living with health conditions to build physical activity into their lives and to celebrate every victory, big or small.
Want help with starting to move more? The campaign is full of ideas and resources to help you start your journey to being active.