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Parkinson's Services

Whilst Parkinson's is growing in the UK I aim to be growing with it. I am continuously learning more to help those with Parkinson's help themselves and I am in the process of developing a hybrid exercise programme so that it is accessible to all.

Exercise is often not taught as a management option when you are initially diagnosed with Parkinson's, you are often given medication and a lack of hope. However, exercise is currently the only method for actually slowing down the progression of Parkinson's. This is where I come in, I will show you how and what to do and get you to being your strongest, quickest and most confident self. 

Exercise at your home

Exercise should have as little barriers as possible. Therefore, I bring exercise equipment to you and we can then work together on your symptoms and goals. No fuss for you and no driving. Something that often stops people from exercising is the fear of being judged by others. This way, you are exercising in the privacy of your own home and can build your confidence in your movement before potentially joining a new club. 

What we can work on:

- Posture

- Walking 

- Fatigue

- Hand dexterity (doing up buttons etc)

- Voice

- Amplitude of movement 

- Strength

- Rigidity and flexibility 

- Balance

- Goal setting

- Pain 

- Activities of daily living 

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The benefits of exercise:

- Improved confidence

- Reduced anxiety, depression

- Improved blood pressure

- Reduce falls

- Improve rigidity 

- Aid cognition 

- Lower stress

- Better sleep

- Improved muscle and bone strength

- Improved mobility and flexibility 

- Increased energy 

How it works:

- Free phone call consultation. Lets get to know each other first before you commit to anything

- You pick a time thats convenient to you

- I come to you and our first session we do a mini assessment/discussion of how I can help you best going forward

- We meet however frequently you would like and work on your symptoms, goals and find your enjoyment for exercise

- Throughout, I will educate you about exercise, Parkinson's, nutrition and more

 New Hybrid Training

One to one doesn't always get all your exercise in for the week, I leave and then you are left thinking what do I do tomorrow? I aim to make getting your weekly exercise recommendations in nice and simple. Therefore, I utilise the app Training Peaks to programme sessions in between with videos. These sessions could be a 5minute stretching routine, a walk or a full body exercise session. They are specific to you and aim to help keep exercise simple for you. 

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I still see you in person as frequently as you would like, but you get the added benefit of training accessible to you every day (if you wish). 

What Our Clients Say

Michele

'I have been attending classes with Tash for some time now and, during this period, I have found Tash to be an excellent personal trainer. 

 

She is very organised, always on time and punctual.  The environment is always set up well before the start of the class and the room is well planned with relevant equipment set out for the nature of the class.  The content of the sessions is pitched for the ability level of the participants but Tash also includes differentiated tasks to add challenge where required.  The content is stimulating and varied within as well as across sessions.

 

Tash is a very effective communicator with a very good sense of humour; her instructions are clear and precise and she explains herself well.  She is encouraging and reassuring and gives you the confidence to try new approaches.  She is also very knowledgeable about health and physiology, providing a clear rationale for the choice of exercise she asks you to do. 

 

Overall, then, I would have no hesitation in recommending Tash as a personal trainer. If the opportunity arose, I would definitely work with her again.'

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