Some days you wake up and feel sharp. Other days, you can barely get through the warm-up. In this episode of Parkinson’s: An Athlete’s Journey, we talk about the real day-to-day variability of Parkinson’s, and how we keep training anyway.

We get into what helps most (and what’s just “interesting”): the basics like training and sleep quality, plus recovery tools like foam rolling, massage guns, sauna, cold exposure, and the tradeoffs of time and energy. We also talk about things we’ve personally tried or considered, and why the best plan is usually the one you’ll actually do consistently.

What we cover

• “Good day / bad day” check-in and why the gym can change the whole day
• Training environments: Parkinson’s community and being around serious athletes
• “Cardio fiesta” Zone 2: making long sessions mentally tolerable
• Sleep: broken nights, REM sleep behavior, and why sleep has the biggest payoff
• Personal experience with sleep supports (CBD/THC, magnesium, mouth taping, nasal strips)
• Recovery tools: foam roller, massage gun, hyperbaric naps
• Sauna vs cold plunge vs cold shower (benefit vs effort)

Medical disclaimer

This episode reflects personal experience only and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals for decisions about medications, supplements, and treatment.