Sunshine Coast Parkinsons Exercise Centre

14/07/2025

28/05/2025

💙Fun, Fitness & Friends – Parkinson’s Exercise Done Right! 💙
Who says exercise has to be boring? At Sunshine Coast Parkinson’s Exercise Centre, we believe that movement should be effective AND enjoyable! Our specialised Parkinson’s exercise classes are designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and improve balance – all while having a great time in a supportive and friendly environment.
✔ Boost mobility & coordination 🏃‍♂️
✔ Improve balance & reduce falls risk ⚖️
✔ Build strength & confidence 💪
✔ Support brain health & slow symptom progression 🧠
✔ Connect with others & have a laugh! 😆
Come and experience exercise that works – and fun that’s guaranteed! Join us and let’s move, laugh, and thrive together! 🎉
📍 Limited class sizes so more classes have now been added to the gym timetable.! Contact us today on (07) 53630288 to book your class!

27/05/2025

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Shake It Up is supporting The Alfred Hospital Movement Disorders Program’s recruitment of patients for a phase one clinical trial in Parkinson’s disease. With support from The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Longevity Biotech Australia is developing a new medication that’s focused on modulating the immune system.

The study is called Longevity: A Two-Part Single and Multiple Ascending Dose Trial of LBT-3627, and the researchers are investigating the safety and tolerability of LBT-3627. The trial will explore how this potential Parkinson’s medication acts in the body at different doses.

Clinical trials like this are essential in unlocking the medical breakthroughs that could change the lives of more than 200,000 Australians living with Parkinson's today, and all those diagnosed in the future.

For more information on getting involved in clinical trials like this, visit: www.shakeitup.org.au/parkinsons-clinical-trials

10/05/2025

What are the benefits of exercise?
-Mobility – Helps maintain and improve joint movement and flexibility.
- Coordination – Enhances the ability to control movements, reducing the risk of falls.
- Balance – Strengthens muscles and improves proprioception, crucial for preventing falls.
- Endurance – Increases stamina, making daily activities less fatiguing.
- Stability – Improves core strength and the ability to maintain an upright posture.
- Mental Clarity – Exercise can lead to better cognitive function and a reduction in the symptoms of depression and anxiety.
- Vitality – Boosts overall energy levels and enhances mood.
What are you waiting for??

13/04/2025

Can High-Intensity Exercise Help Reverse Parkinson’s Neurodegeneration?

When we think about managing Parkinson’s disease, exercise is often recommended to improve symptoms such as balance, gait, and overall motor function. However, exciting new research suggests that high-intensity aerobic exercise may offer more than just symptom relief—it could potentially reverse the neurodegenerative processes of the disease itself.

The Science Behind It: Protecting Dopamine Neurons
At the heart of Parkinson’s disease is the loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain, particularly in the region known as the substantia nigra. These neurons are crucial for coordinating movement, and their gradual destruction leads to the motor symptoms characteristic of Parkinson’s. Until now, exercise was mainly thought to help manage these symptoms, but recent studies have revealed that it may go one step further.

A pilot study conducted in 2024 showed that high-intensity aerobic exercise—such as vigorous cycling or treadmill running—can actually preserve and enhance the health of these dopamine-producing neurons. The study found that after six months of exercise, patients’ neurons produced stronger dopamine signals, suggesting that the exercise was helping to protect and restore the brain’s ability to communicate effectively​.
If you or a loved one would like more information on what is the best and safest way for you to exercise, contact us at Sunshine Coast Parkinsons Exercise Centre.

12/04/2025

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