Delay the Disease: Exercise and Parkinson’s

By: David Zid
Columbus Health Works Productions, LCC

David Zid is a certified personal trainer and functional fitness trainer, and the owner and president of Columbus Health Works in Columbus, Ohio.

Based on routines performed with his clients with Parkinson’s Disease, Delay the Disease contains detailed and illustrated exercises designed to be used as part of a weekly exercise schedule. Exercises are coded as A, B, or C based on level of difficulty.

The book is divided into 8 chapters which include the following topics:

• Seated Exercise
• Walking and Balance
• Cardiovascular Exercise
• Strength Training
• Facial and Vocal Exercises
  and more

Delay the Disease contains colorful photographs of David demonstrating each move, as well as recommendations for exercise frequency, modification and how to adjust the workout as one improves.

Delay the Disease DVD - David Zid

The corresponding DVD, also available for purchase, follows the same workout as that of the book. The DVD format also allows David to give additional advice and pointers on how to perform the exercise(s) and make modifications based on how one may be feeling that day, as well as contribute motivational encouragement. Consumers may find it helpful to use the DVD format of this workout to establish proper exercise form and familiarity with the workout, and then use the book independently to guide themselves in various other locations such as outdoors or while traveling.

NOTE: RealPlayer is required to view each videoclip.
Click here to watch David Zid give an introduction to his program, including safety precautions and recommendations for use.	In this segment David demonstrates a section of his Wake Up call Group A workout called the "rope pull". This exercise is done while seated in a chair, and is performed in a scenic outdoor setting.

NOTE: RealPlayer is required to view each videoclip.
Click here to watch David introduce the Wake up Call Group B & C Workout segment of his workout. This clip shows how one can perform lower body exercises while using a support such as a chair.	The following clip features David demonstrating standing balance exercises from the Walking and Balance section of the workout. This segment is performed outdoors and uses no equipment.

NOTE: RealPlayer is required to view each videoclip.
Click here to hear David discuss the importance of strength training for people with Parkinson and to see a demonstration of proper form.	Click here to see David speak about facial and vocal exercises for persons with Parkinson’s Disease. Watch as David show how making exaggerated facial expressions can be a beneficial addition to one’s exercise routine.

To order this video and/or book, please go to http://www.delaythedisease.com/books/default.asp or contact delaythedisease@wmconnect.com or 614-419-4678.

This fact sheet was last updated on 06-13-2007.

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