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Susanne Rheault replied to the topic skiing in the forum Parkinson's Disease and exercise 3 months ago
Thanks all for your encouraging notes. With your encouragement I just got back out on my cross-country skis this afternoon. I wasn’t very fast but I could still do it! I’m not yet ready to try any steep hills that’s for sure but maybe that will come with time
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Susanne Rheault replied to the topic skiing in the forum Parkinson's Disease and exercise 3 months ago
Thank you Karen for your most encouraging note. I have been feeling that I have done nothing but give up things that I love and Nordic skiing is the last that I really want to hang onto. Right now in New England we’ve got a foot and 1/2 of snow and I just bought a new pair of cross-country ski boots. I need some guidance or coaching about how…[Read more]
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Susanne Rheault started the topic skiing in the forum Parkinson's Disease and exercise 3 months ago
I am five years into having PD at age 73. Previously I was a very strong athlete, biking, hiking, skiing etc. I have had to give up biking because of balance issues. I want to connect with anybody who is still skiing despite PD and learn from their experiences. I’m primarily talking about Nordic skiing is supposed to downhill. Any connections mo…[Read more]
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Susanne Rheault posted an update 3 months ago
@mary-beth-skylis I am new to this forum and am looking to find people who have managed to continue skiing after having been diagnosed with PD. I’m 73 but used to be very physically fit and a strong Nordic skier. If there’s anyone out there who has kept up their skiing I would like to chat with
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Susanne Rheault became a registered member 3 months ago
Hey Susanne, thank you for reaching out! We’re excited to have you. Most people interact consistently on our forums. It might be worth posting some thoughts about skiing on our exercise group (https://parkinsonsnewstoday.com/forums/forums/forum/parkinsons-disease-and-exercise/). I’m not sure if there’s anyone who skis or not, but it’s definitely…[Read more]