Best of Recap Episodes: The Fundamentally Different Exercise Lifestyle While Living With Multiple Sclerosis | Dr. Gretchen Hawley

Gretchen Hawley is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Multiple Sclerosis Certified Specialist. Dr. Hawley utilizes the concept of neuroplasticity in her online MS wellness program, The MSing Link, to help her clients reduce fatigue, get stronger, improve their balance, and walk better. Her clients feel more energized, empowered, in control over their life with MS. Dr. Hawley has been a keynote speaker at several MS conferences, lectures frequently for MS support groups, and continues to keep herself up-to-date on the newest & best MS practices by attending the MS Consortium each year. Dr. Hawley also uses social media to create more awareness around neuroplasticity exercises that can help improve the quality of life for individuals living with MS worldwide. 

Topics covered in this episode:
Managing Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Exercise as a Therapy for MS
Neuroplasticity and MS
Functional Exercises for MS Patients
The Importance of Intention in Exercise
Using Neuroplasticity to Improve Strength
Creating a Stronger Mind-Body Connection
The Five-Day MS Strength Challenge
Strategies for Staying Committed to Exercise
Building Consistency in Fitness Routines
The Impact of Low to Moderate Intensity Exercise
Balancing Restorative and High-Intensity Exercise
Real-Life Functional Goals for MS Patients
Finding Hope and Inspiration with MS
Stories of MS Patients' Progress and Improvement


To learn more about Dr. Gretchen Hawley and her work, head over to https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/


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