303. Dancing with Parkinson's: How Movement + Community Slow a Progressive Disease, with Kathleen Featherston + Ashlee Grieb

Movement is medicine for all of us, but its power is crystalized by its impact on the progression of the neurodegenerative Parkinson's Disease. In this conversation, fitness instructor Ashlee Grieb and Kathleen Featherston—who lives with Parkinson's—reveal how consistent group exercise doesn't just build physical strength, it actively slows disease progression, supports brain health, and creates life-sustaining community connections. You'll discover why showing up matters more than perfection, how early Parkinson's symptoms often hide for years, and why moving your body is one of the most powerful tools for fighting chronic illness. Their message is clear: the gym isn't just about getting fit—it's about fighting back, finding joy, and building relationships that heal.

 

LET'S TALK THE WALK!

Join here for support, motivation and fun!

• Wellness While Walking Facebook page
• Walking to Wellness Together Facebook GROUP
• Wellness While Walking on Instagram
• Wellness While Walking on Threads
• Wellness While Walking on Twitter
• Wellness While Walking website for show notes and other information
• [e-mail]

 

RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links)

• If you want to reach out to Kathleen, please contact me and I'll connect you ([e-mail])
• PRE-ORDER Kathleen's book, The Little Book of Parkinson's Positivity and Joy
• Ashlee Grieb
  • On YouTube
  • On Instagram
  • On TikTok
• Parkinsons Body and Mind
• CBS Good Morning Segment on Boxing with Parkinsons
• Parkinson's Disease Overview, clevelandclinic.org
• Brian Grant (Former NHL Player) Website – Good General Information

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5.   Scroll all the way down to "Ratings and Reviews" section

6.   Click on "Write a Review" (if you don't see that option, click on "See All" first)

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