One of the things that I love about working with neurological conditions is the puzzle factor. Each person has a uniqueness that is not as evident in healthy people. Each person poses a unique challenge that must be overcome to be effective as a trainer. This challenge is thrilling and satisfying in ways that are unmatched.
On 2/28 I began leading a boxing class for individuals who have been affected by strokes. Each participant has been hand-selected to help for us to "pilot" this program and is excited for us to get it off of the ground. The purpose behind the boxing class is for us to hone in on strength, endurance, cardiorespiratory endurance, weight transfer, balance, and with any luck, neuroplasticity.
Much of what we are trying to accomplish is to take the "medical" perception out of therapy. Our program is supervised by a Physical Therapist specializing in neurological conditions, of which I refer to her as the "strategy." I'm next in line and the lead on the "tactical" front, of which once we're in the room and engaged in the program, what I say goes. From there we have several physical therapy interns and other trainers to assist in safety.
I'm excited about the program and it is our intention to spawn other programs. We have been running a Parkinson's Disease boxing program for the last year with a high degree of success and participation. In the same capacity, I'm the lead once in the room and the class beginning. We have our own "proprietary" program which allows for us to be different when related to other programs that are in existence.
I'm excited for what the future holds in terms of helping these people heal. In all honesty, I never would've imagined that this is what my life had in store for me and for that I'm appreciative.
On 2/28 I began leading a boxing class for individuals who have been affected by strokes. Each participant has been hand-selected to help for us to "pilot" this program and is excited for us to get it off of the ground. The purpose behind the boxing class is for us to hone in on strength, endurance, cardiorespiratory endurance, weight transfer, balance, and with any luck, neuroplasticity.
Much of what we are trying to accomplish is to take the "medical" perception out of therapy. Our program is supervised by a Physical Therapist specializing in neurological conditions, of which I refer to her as the "strategy." I'm next in line and the lead on the "tactical" front, of which once we're in the room and engaged in the program, what I say goes. From there we have several physical therapy interns and other trainers to assist in safety.
I'm excited about the program and it is our intention to spawn other programs. We have been running a Parkinson's Disease boxing program for the last year with a high degree of success and participation. In the same capacity, I'm the lead once in the room and the class beginning. We have our own "proprietary" program which allows for us to be different when related to other programs that are in existence.
I'm excited for what the future holds in terms of helping these people heal. In all honesty, I never would've imagined that this is what my life had in store for me and for that I'm appreciative.
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