Counterpunch Parkinson's Boxing at Nabby's Gym

🥊 Counterpunch Parkinson's offers specialized boxing-based exercise classes designed specifically for people living with Parkinson's disease. Our sessions at Nabby's Gym focus on improving posture, balance, gait, movement size and speed, strength, agility and flexibility in a fun, supportive and energetic group environment.

These classes are suitable for various mobility levels, from those using walking aids to more physically confident participants. Each session is designed to help you move with greater amplitude while working on essential skills like balance and strength.

Class Details:

• Led by Grace Mayer, a post-graduate qualified neurological physiotherapist
• Located at Nabby's Gym, under the Te Rapa Racecourse grandstand
• $40 per week (includes 4 classes plus bonuses)
• Easy parking available

What to bring: Wear snug fitting sneakers and comfortable exercise clothing.

For more information or to register: Call Grace on 021 0279 0811 or email info@limitlessneurorehab.com

How Boxing Training Benefits Parkinson's Management

🧠 Boxing training has emerged as an effective therapeutic approach for people living with Parkinson's disease. The combination of physical exercise and cognitive challenges creates a comprehensive workout that addresses many Parkinson's symptoms.

Boxing exercises for Parkinson's focus on:

• Improved balance and coordination - Essential for reducing fall risk
• Enhanced mobility - Helps counter the characteristic shuffling gait
• Increased strength - Builds muscle power to support daily activities
• Cognitive stimulation - Dual-tasking exercises keep the brain engaged
• Rhythmic movement - Helps overcome freezing episodes

🤝 Beyond the physical benefits, these classes provide valuable social connections in a supportive community of people facing similar challenges. Exercising in a group setting can boost motivation and adherence to physical activity routines.

Research suggests that regular, high-intensity exercise like boxing may help slow Parkinson's progression and improve quality of life. The non-contact boxing drills used in these classes are specifically adapted to be safe and beneficial for people with Parkinson's.

💪 Each class incorporates elements that directly target Parkinson's symptoms, including exercises that encourage big, expansive movements to counteract the tendency toward smaller movements, and activities that improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time.

While Parkinson's is a progressive condition, regular participation in specialized exercise programs like Counterpunch Parkinson's can help maintain functionality and independence for longer periods, making it an important complement to medical management.