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Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
Wednesday 8th June 2011
Parkinson's patients share their journey of preparing to climb Kilimanjaro, highlighting the benefits of cycling and community support.
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Get the buttons here!Scaling New Heights: Parkinson's Patients Gear Up for Kilimanjaro
John and Nan attribute their ability to get stronger, more fit, and even more adventuresome with PD to riding their bikes
What do you get when you mix Parkinson's patients, a love for cycling, and the highest peak in Africa? An inspiring adventure that defies the odds. In this episode of 'Pathways to Parkinson's Relief', host Robert Rodgers sits down with John Carlin and Nan Little, two extraordinary individuals who are gearing up to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Both John and Nan have Parkinson's, yet they've spent the last two summers biking across Iowa, proving that determination knows no bounds.
Now, they're taking on a new challenge: summiting Kilimanjaro alongside a group of fellow Parkinson's and MS patients. Leading their expedition is Lori Schneider, a woman who lives with MS and has already conquered the highest peaks on each continent. John and Nan attribute their improved strength and adventurous spirit to the Pedaling for Parkinson's program, which involves high-cadence cycling sessions several times a week.
This program has been so effective that it's now being offered at the Mill Creek YMCA in Seattle, with hopes of expanding nationwide. During their chat, John and Nan share the rigorous physical and mental preparation required for such a daunting climb. They also dive into the science of neuroplasticity—how the brain can adapt and form new connections through activities like cycling.
The conversation is packed with personal anecdotes, practical tips, and a sense of camaraderie that will leave you feeling both informed and inspired. Whether you're living with Parkinson's or supporting someone who is, this episode is a testament to the power of community, exercise, and unyielding hope.