Parkinson's disease may sound intimidating, but did you know that exercise is the cure for this "indomitable fighter"? Exercise is the medicine for this "indomitable fighter", and scientific exercise can help people with Parkinson's disease and give them a new lease on life.

People with Parkinson's disease are like small boats sailing in rough seas, and exercise is the lighthouse that guides them forward. More and more studies are proving that moderate physical activity not only reduces the risk of Parkinson's disease but also improves the quality of life of Parkinson's patients by working like magic to ameliorate the symptoms of the disease. So, what kind of exercise is suitable for Parkinson's patients? The answer is all around us. Aerobic exercise to enhance cardiorespiratory endurance is like injecting fresh energy into the body; resistance exercise or strength training to increase muscle strength is like building a solid defence for the body; and stretching exercise to improve joint mobility is like applying a layer of lubricant to every joint of the body to make them more flexible.

Many people think that exercise is high-intensity, so how could it possibly be suitable for a patient who already has Parkinson's? Exercise doesn't require sweating and panting as much as you might think. It's hidden in the small moments of our daily lives. Imagine you are busy doing chores around the house, mopping the floor, cleaning the windows, organizing things ...... These seemingly mundane daily activities are your body performing aerobic exercise, quietly improving your cardiorespiratory endurance. Although exercise is good, it must be carried out in moderation. Parkinson's disease patients, before and after the movement of warm-up and finishing movement, can never be ignored, frying before the preparation and finishing work is as important as warming up can let your body gradually into the state, finishing movement can help you smoothly finish, to avoid unnecessary injuries. Exercise is also a matter of "degree". It's all about frequency and duration to make your exercise more enjoyable and safe. For people with Parkinson's disease, early physical activity is like giving the body a "preventive shot". At different stages of the disease, the duration and frequency of exercise must be adjusted. In the early stages of the disease, about half an hour of exercise each time is just right, a few times a week, the body can slowly regain vitality. In the middle stage of the disease, you need to take it easy on the exercise time, two to three times a week, and don't overwork your body. In particular, avoid falls and trauma, after all, safety is the priority. Everyone's physical condition is different. For young, physical fitness, you can properly extend the exercise time, so that the body releases the vigour; and for elderly, frail friends, you can reduce the exercise time as appropriate, to the safety of the main, slowly.

Trying to improve the symptoms of Parkinson's disease through exercise is not as simple as a whim. You have to be persistent, just like planting flowers, you have to water and fertilize them every day to see them bloom. Fish in three days, sunshine in two days, or usually too lazy to move, once the weekend is crazy exercise, this not only does not help the condition but also may be counterproductive. After making a good exercise plan, you have to execute it as seriously as you do your work. At first, you can start with simple stretching and posture exercises, and slowly let your body adapt. Once your body is getting used to it, you can challenge yourself with cardio and strength training. Remember, the intensity of the exercise should be moderate, too easy to be ineffective, too strenuous and easy to be injured. It's the kind of intensity that makes you feel a little difficult, but able to stick with it, that's the best. To make exercise more colourful, people with Parkinson's disease can also try a comprehensive exercise regimen with multiple types and segments.

For example, a three-day cycle program can be developed: the first day focuses on exercising muscle strength to make the body stronger; the second day focuses on improving cardiorespiratory endurance to allow for smoother breathing; and the third day does something to increase the flexibility of the joints to make the body more flexible. This cycle not only makes exercise more interesting but also allows the body to get a full range of exercise.

In short, exercise is like a good medicine for Parkinson's disease patients. As long as you insist on performing it and adjust it moderately, you can let your body gradually get back that health and vitality. So, Parkinson's patients, hurry up and get moving! Let exercise become a part of your life, and enjoy the fun and benefits it brings.

（Writer：Dirick）