Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK ZenCast (https://zencast.fm) https://media.zencast.fm/get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk/rss Physical Activity can be one of the best ways for people to live well with Parkinson's. In our new Get Active Stay Active podcast, host Denise Waterman, speaks to colleagues from Parkinson's UK, those with lived experience of the condition, and healthcare and exercise professionals about the best ways to enjoy an active lifestyle with Parkinson's. Over these first 12 episodes you'll hear more about everything from building your workout routine to finding the right Parkinson's UK en Wed, 28 Oct 2026 03:46:30 +0000 https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website https://podcdn.zencast.fm/download/Podcast%2Fartworks%2F15431%2Flarge%2F210ed2952737b0951846cbc4384e62a7f5979f6996b364866b616fd9254b3b08%2Fd65b5b041e8cc41d.jpg Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website Parkinson's UK Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK Physical Activity can be one of the best ways for people to live well with Parkinson's. In our new Get Active Stay Active podcast, host Denise Waterman, speaks to colleagues from Parkinson's UK, those with lived experience of the condition, and healthcare and exercise professionals about the best ways to enjoy an active lifestyle with Parkinson's. Over these first 12 episodes you'll hear more about everything from building your workout routine to finding the right Physical Activity can be one of the best ways for people to live well with Parkinson's. In our new Get Active Stay Active podcast, host Denise Waterman, speaks to colleagues from Parkinson's UK, those with lived experience of the condition, and healthcare and exercise professionals about the best ways to enjoy an active lifestyle with Parkinson's. Over these first 12 episodes you'll hear more about everything from building your workout routine to finding the right episodic Physical Activity,Exercise,Wellbeing,Parkinson's,Nutrition Parkinson's UK plindley@parkinsons.org.uk No false No yes full 12 1 12 1 Episode 12 - Keep Moving Episode 12 - Keep Moving Adapting and staying active as Parkinson's progresses No No f1587b25-afcd-4354-a560-05e6cd9b6cbc Tue, 06 May 2025 08:20:00 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-12-keep-moving In the final episode of Season 1, we look at the types of activities, exercises and movements that you can do when your Parkinson's symptoms are progressing.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Dr Bhanu Ramaswamy OBE, a Physiotherapist who specialises in supporting people with Parkinson's, and Sandra, a person with Parkinson's who is benefitting from an active lifestyle.

For more information about being active with Parkinson's, or for advice and support, visit our website: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> In the final episode of Season 1, we look at the types of activities, exercises and movements that you can do when your Parkinson's symptoms are progressing.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Dr Bhanu Ramaswamy OBE, a Physiotherapist who specialises in supporting people with Parkinson's, and Sandra, a person with Parkinson's who is benefitting from an active lifestyle.

For more information about being active with Parkinson's, or for advice and support, visit our website: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Parkinson's UK false no 1578 full 11 1 11 1 Episode 11 - Hormones & Exercise Episode 11 - Hormones & Exercise Understanding the Body’s Response to Activity No No 70bcd838-48f8-4a9c-8c6a-fb8a7dcee81b Tue, 06 May 2025 08:10:00 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-11-hormones-exercise In episode 11, we discuss the importance of hormones when you're active with Parkinson's and how the body responds to exercise.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Richelle Flanagan, a registered Dietician and person living with Parkinson's, and Shafaq Ali, who also lives with the condition and promotes the physical and wellbeing benefits of leading an active lifestyle with Parkinson's.

For more information about physical activity and exercise when you live with Parkinson's, visit our website: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> In episode 11, we discuss the importance of hormones when you're active with Parkinson's and how the body responds to exercise.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Richelle Flanagan, a registered Dietician and person living with Parkinson's, and Shafaq Ali, who also lives with the condition and promotes the physical and wellbeing benefits of leading an active lifestyle with Parkinson's.

For more information about physical activity and exercise when you live with Parkinson's, visit our website: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Parkinson's UK false no 2342 full 10 1 10 1 Episode 10 - Mindful Movement Episode 10 - Mindful Movement Managing Pain, Stress & Wellbeing No No 67518e3f-ea19-4707-b0c9-99851d34c416 Tue, 06 May 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-10-mindful-movement In episode 10, we look at the importance of mindfulness when we move and how the right type of exercise or activity can help you to better manage stress and anxiety, while also improving pain relief and general wellbeing.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Olivia Strachan, a Physiotherapist who specialises in supporting people with Parkinson's to be more active, and Maggie, a person with Parkinson's who is benefitting from an active lifestyle.

For more information about being active with Parkinson's, or for advice and support, visit our website: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> In episode 10, we look at the importance of mindfulness when we move and how the right type of exercise or activity can help you to better manage stress and anxiety, while also improving pain relief and general wellbeing.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Olivia Strachan, a Physiotherapist who specialises in supporting people with Parkinson's to be more active, and Maggie, a person with Parkinson's who is benefitting from an active lifestyle.

For more information about being active with Parkinson's, or for advice and support, visit our website: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Parkinson's UK false no 2124 full 9 1 9 1 Episode 9 - Stay Connected Episode 9 - Stay Connected Parkinson's Community Champions No No dbafcec2-929e-4b51-aebb-b10a491840d2 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:25:17 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-9-stay-connected In this special episode of Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK, Denise Waterman is joined by Maria Lewis, Co-Founder of Reach Your Peak.

We also hear from people with a connection to Parkinson's who discuss what works for them as Physical Activity Community Champions and the social impact of being active together.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> In this special episode of Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK, Denise Waterman is joined by Maria Lewis, Co-Founder of Reach Your Peak.

We also hear from people with a connection to Parkinson's who discuss what works for them as Physical Activity Community Champions and the social impact of being active together.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Parkinson's UK false no 1566 full 8 1 8 1 Episode 8 - Stronger Every Day Episode 8 - Stronger Every Day High-Intensity Training for Parkinson’s No No 36a5a9f1-c4e2-4dff-b39c-b7b35d28c929 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:20:52 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-8-stronger-every-day In episode 8 of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about the best ways to achieve high-intensity workouts when you live with Parkinson's

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Dr Bhanu Ramaswamy OBE who talks through the best activities and exercises that you can do if you're looking to build up your intensity, or if you want to find a new activity that makes you sweat.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> In episode 8 of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about the best ways to achieve high-intensity workouts when you live with Parkinson's

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Dr Bhanu Ramaswamy OBE who talks through the best activities and exercises that you can do if you're looking to build up your intensity, or if you want to find a new activity that makes you sweat.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Parkinson's UK false no 1490 full 7 1 7 1 Episode 7 - The Power of Low-Intensity Exercise Episode 7 - The Power of Low-Intensity Exercise Movement, Posture & Breathing No No 4881ef06-7178-4cf1-a7e3-41878d70416b Tue, 29 Apr 2025 08:58:35 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-7-the-power-of-low-intensity-exercise In the seventh episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast we discuss some of the lower-intensity activities that can help you live well with Parkinson's.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Parkinson's UK Chair, Gary Shaughnessy CBE and Maria Lewis, Co-Founder of Reach Your Peak.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> In the seventh episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast we discuss some of the lower-intensity activities that can help you live well with Parkinson's.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Parkinson's UK Chair, Gary Shaughnessy CBE and Maria Lewis, Co-Founder of Reach Your Peak.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

]]> Parkinson's UK false no 1241 full 6 1 6 1 Episode 6 - Overcoming Fatigue Episode 6 - Overcoming Fatigue Staying active through your Parkinson's symptoms No No b5d3fee9-d702-4b2d-b5fa-dc76bb35fa8f Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-6-overcoming-fatigue-staying-active-through-your-parkinson-s-symptoms ![](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab6765630000ba8ae4ac810fc72b3ce056e652b2)
Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

In the sixth episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about the best ways to stay active when you feel fatigued, or you if are looking for new ways to stay motivated on your active journey with Parkinson's.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Sarah McCracken and Rachel Peskett, Parkinson's Nurse Specialists who offer their tips and advice for staying motivated when you feel fatigued.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

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Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

In the sixth episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about the best ways to stay active when you feel fatigued, or you if are looking for new ways to stay motivated on your active journey with Parkinson's.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Sarah McCracken and Rachel Peskett, Parkinson's Nurse Specialists who offer their tips and advice for staying motivated when you feel fatigued.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

]]> Parkinson's UK false no 1213 full 5 1 5 1 Episode 5 - Fuel & Hydrate Episode 5 - Fuel & Hydrate Nutrition for energy and recovery No No d9b34b21-80d4-4709-97b5-ccfea112a5a7 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-5-fuel-hydrate-nutrition-for-energy-and-recovery ![](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab6765630000ba8a9411b1bc4a7f599c24e795e0)
Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

In the fifth episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about refuelling your body for exercise success, and how the right diet and nutrition can help you improve your energy and recovery levels.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Shelly Coe, a Senior Lecturer in Nutritional Science, and Richelle Flanagan, a person with Parkinson's and registered Dietician.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

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Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

In the fifth episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about refuelling your body for exercise success, and how the right diet and nutrition can help you improve your energy and recovery levels.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Shelly Coe, a Senior Lecturer in Nutritional Science, and Richelle Flanagan, a person with Parkinson's and registered Dietician.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

]]> Parkinson's UK false no 1442 full 4 1 4 1 Episode 4 - The Perfect Workout Episode 4 - The Perfect Workout Finding the right balance of time and intensity No No 69db44b8-b6e2-4d38-85cd-4f27ebc40336 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-4-the-perfect-workout-finding-the-right-balance-of-time-and-intensity ![](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab6765630000ba8a8b2b2a5d67ad8f281e909511)
Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

In the fourth episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about balancing the right intensity of activity with your routine.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Vicky Rees-Davies, a trailblazer for being active with Parkinson's, and Maria Lewis, co-founder of Reach Your Peak.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

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Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

In the fourth episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about balancing the right intensity of activity with your routine.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Vicky Rees-Davies, a trailblazer for being active with Parkinson's, and Maria Lewis, co-founder of Reach Your Peak.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

]]> Parkinson's UK false no 1474 full 3 1 3 1 Episode 3 - Gear up Episode 3 - Gear up Clothing, equipment and support to help you get active No No 3c76f568-8167-4b62-8703-9f8b94cad9da Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-3-gear-up-clothing-equipment-and-support-to-help-you-get-active ![](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab6765630000ba8aba5432f91ca92c2484ac03f7)
Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

In our third episode of the Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK podcast, you can hear about the best active clothing, equipment and support to help you enjoy physical activity safely.

In this episode, your host Denise Waterman, is joined by Parkinson's UK Chair, Gary Shaughnessy OBE and Lauren Drake, an NHS Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist.

For more information about starting your active journey with Parkinson's, visit our website: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

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Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

In our third episode of the Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK podcast, you can hear about the best active clothing, equipment and support to help you enjoy physical activity safely.

In this episode, your host Denise Waterman, is joined by Parkinson's UK Chair, Gary Shaughnessy OBE and Lauren Drake, an NHS Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist.

For more information about starting your active journey with Parkinson's, visit our website: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

]]> Parkinson's UK false no 1548 full 2 1 2 1 Episode 2 - Finding your fit Episode 2 - Finding your fit Choosing the right activities for you No No 17d9034a-06e4-4785-9fa0-1fbc49539fd5 Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-2-finding-your-fit-choosing-the-right-activities-for-you ![](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab6765630000ba8a5c5a3f319ca9b18d8fb840e8)
Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

When you live with Parkinson's it can often be a challenge to know where to start your active journey.

In the second episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about finding the best types of physical activities for you and the variety of activities available to people with Parkinson's.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Paul, a person living with Parkinson's who enjoys an active lifestyle, and Anna Castiaux, Physical Activity Programme Lead from Parkinson's UK.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

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Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

When you live with Parkinson's it can often be a challenge to know where to start your active journey.

In the second episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about finding the best types of physical activities for you and the variety of activities available to people with Parkinson's.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Paul, a person living with Parkinson's who enjoys an active lifestyle, and Anna Castiaux, Physical Activity Programme Lead from Parkinson's UK.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

]]> Parkinson's UK false no 1444 full 1 1 1 1 Episode 1 - Starting Strong Episode 1 - Starting Strong Setting goals and building your routine No No 32ee8c6b-a8bc-43a8-8251-8d1da6e4c0fc Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Parkinson's UK https://get-active-stay-active-with-parkinson-s-uk.zencast.website/episodes/episode-1-starting-strong-setting-goals-and-building-your-routine ![](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab6765630000ba8ab8e2bc0e1ffa2a470e979730)
Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

When you live with Parkinson's it can often be a challenge to know where to start your active journey.

In the first episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about the best ways to start being active, setting clear goals and how to build your routine when you live with Parkinson's.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Anna Castiaux, Physical Activity Programme Lead at Parkinson's UK and Dr Bhanu Ramaswamy OBE, a specialist in delivering physiotherapy for people with neurological conditions, including Parkinson's.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

]]> ![](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab6765630000ba8ab8e2bc0e1ffa2a470e979730)
Get Active Stay Active with Parkinson's UK · Episode

When you live with Parkinson's it can often be a challenge to know where to start your active journey.

In the first episode of the Parkinson's UK Get Active Stay Active podcast you can learn more about the best ways to start being active, setting clear goals and how to build your routine when you live with Parkinson's.

In this episode, Denise Waterman is joined by Anna Castiaux, Physical Activity Programme Lead at Parkinson's UK and Dr Bhanu Ramaswamy OBE, a specialist in delivering physiotherapy for people with neurological conditions, including Parkinson's.

For more information about staying active with Parkinson's, visit our website https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/physical-activity-and-exercise

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