In this pilot study the research will explore whether exercises and the outcome measures would be acceptable to conduct a more detailed research study. This 8 week pilot study will utilize a comprehensive exercise program that includes non-contact boxing along with computerized games for individuals with Parkinson Disease.
Hoehn and Yahr stages 1-3 disease as determined by primary care physician, neurologist, or movement disorder specialist
diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's Disease
ability to ambulate with or without an assistive device
transportation to and from testing site
other neurological disease other than Parkinson's disease
having had deep brain stimulation within the past 3 months , as determined by their physician
currently participating in a Rock Steady boxing program
self-report participation in moderate to vigorous exercise greater than 60 minutes per week.
Single group
Multimodal Exercise Program with Gamification
Other interventionA comprehensive exercise program for 3 days a week for 6 weeks that utilizes non-contact boxing and gamification at moderate to vigorous intensity.
Fidelity of intervention
Participants completing exercises as prescribed: measured using the daily exercise plan as a "yes" or "no".
Intervention Adherence
Measured by daily exercise plan; instructors will indicate whether participant was present as a "yes" or "no"
Feasibility of Outcomes
Retention: number of participants who completed the entire program divided by total number who started; x 100 to determine the percentage of participants who completed the program.
Assessment of Data Collection
Data collection: measured using a pre-populated form and marked as a "yes" or "no" by the PI.
Balance
Measured via using the Mini Balance Evaluation System Test (Mini-BESTest): a series of subtests with a total score from 0-28 points; with a higher score indicating improved balance.
Gait
Measured via Functional Gait Assessment (FGA): series of subtests based out of score from 0- 30 points; with a higher score indicating improved postural stability while walking.
Physical Activity
Measured via International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) based on minutes exercise per week with a higher number of minutes indicating increased physical activity
Gait Speed
Gait speed measured via 10 meters divided by number of seconds to determine gait speed of meters per second (m/s); a increased in m/s indicating improved gait speed.
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