This is an introduction to the Mindful Movement for Parkinson's Podcast and Audio Library. It introduces some of the concepts underpinning mindful movement and reasons why it is an effective practice, as well as information about myself and how

Guidelines for Mindful Movement Lessons

May 25th, 2017 12m 40s

In this thirteen-minute installment of the podcast, I give guidelines for doing the mindful movement lessons in a safe and effective manner, including positions and props, addressing issues like tremor and dystonia, and where to direct your att

Brief Guided Meditations

Apr 19th, 2017 5m 53s

A brief guided meditation - awareness of breath and sensations.

Mindful Movement for Parkinson's - A Podcast and Audio Library

Jun 27th, 2016

Donate to Support the PodcastWelcome to the Mindful Movement for Parkinson's podcast and audio library. In this podcast, I offer mindful movement lessons designed to help people with Parkinson's Disease increase ease of movement, improve rang

Working with the Eyes

Jun 24th, 2016 36m 3s

In this 36-minute lesson, we explore soothing the visual cortex (a great sleep-aid), and differentiating the use of the muscles that control eye movement - a great way to lower muscle tone in the neck and elsewhere in the body.

Interview with Dr. Chris Hageseth

Jun 24th, 2016 38m 16s

A 38 minutes episode with Dr. Chris Hageseth of Ft. Collins, Colorado, discussing topics in the holistic treatment of Parkinson's disease. Discussion topics include: Dr. Hageseth's use of yoga and intensive exercise to treat his PD, the experie

Balance - A Four-Part Series

Mar 30th, 2016 55m

In this 55-minute lesson, we explore one of the fundamentals of human movement: crawling. After building awareness of the main factors in balance: contact with support surfaces, body position, and gravity, we slowly build up the movements that

Resting Deeply Quickly

Jan 20th, 2016 25m 9s

These two recordings are from a "Mindful Movement for Parkinson's"

Feldenkrais for PD Study Results

Oct 9th, 2015

Medscape Medical News > Conference NewsFeldenkrais Method Exercise Promising for Parkinson'sLaird HarrisonMay 28, 2015PALM SPRINGS, California — An exercise program based on the Feldenkrais Method can improve the mood and quality of life among

Workshop - October 25th, 2015 in Denver, Colorado

Oct 8th, 2015 17m 28s

Below are links to four audio recordings, comprising a complete thr

Interview with Dr. Paul Zeiger

Sep 15th, 2015 33m 45s

In this 33-minute podcast, I interview Dr. Paul Zeiger - retired professor of engineering, pioneer of yoga for Parkinson's, and avid exerciser at the age of 79. Topics in the interview include: Dr. Zeiger's personal experience being diagnosed w

Meditating with Compassion

Sep 2nd, 2015 13m 13s

In this 13-minute meditation, we use breath and posture to settle in the body, then explore the embodied feeling of compassion or connectedness to others and to ourselves.

Cardinal Spinal Movements

Sep 2nd, 2015 33m 44s

In this 33-minute episode done sitting in a chair, we explore the four cardinal moves of the spine: folding (flexion), arching (extension), side bending, and rotation. These fundamental spinal movements are the basis on which all of our movemen

The Spinal Chain

Aug 6th, 2015 21m 52s

Can you sense all 24 of your vertebrae? How much range of movement might you gain if you could? In this classic 20-minute lesson, we explore mobility of the spine, pelvis, and hip joints - essential areas for balance and strength. The lesson is

Interview with Dr. Benzi Kluger

Jul 20th, 2015 29m 56s

In this episode of the podcast, I interview Dr. Benzi Kluger - neurologist, Parkinson's researcher, Director of the Movement Disorders Center at the University of Colorado Hospital, and all-around great guy! Topics include: Dr. Kluger's backgro

Spinal Rotation

Jul 13th, 2015 38m 8s

In this 38-minute lesson, done lying on each side and on the back,

Mobility of the Shoulder Blades

Jul 7th, 2015 40m 40s

In this 40-minute lesson done lying on the back, we explore the ran

A 30-Minute Guided Meditation

Jun 30th, 2015 28m 51s

In this guided meditation, we focus on attention to breathing in th

Sit to Stand

Jun 24th, 2015 47m 1s

In this 47-minute lesson, we practice a movement done many times a

Crawling #1

May 19th, 2015 35m 20s

This 35-minute lesson begins in walking, then is done mostly lying

Balance #1: Hands, Feet, and Hips

May 12th, 2015 43m 1s

In this 43-minute lesson done lying on the back, we develop the self-image of the feet, seeking a sense of width from spreading the toes and visualizing width in the sole of the foot. By refining our awareness of the bony structure of the hands

Balance #2, Safe and Dynamic Walking - Developing Awareness of Weight Shift and Soles of the Feet

May 6th, 2015 42m 59s

In this forty-three minute lesson, we explore balance in walking th

A Limber Spine - Sitting in a Chair

Apr 28th, 2015 10m 47s

A ten-minute lesson exploring spinal movement while sitting in a chair.

Exploring the Breath

Apr 21st, 2015 11m 59s

In this twelve-minute lesson, we practice deep breathing in the low

Parkinson's Disease and Meditation - What is the connection? What are the benefits?

Apr 14th, 2015 10m

This is a ten-minute explanation of why meditation can be beneficial for people with Parkinson's Disease. In it, I look at broadly recognized benefits of a regular meditation practice, as well as those of particular concern to people with movem