Almost a decade ago, Kelly Evans began working with his first client with Parkinson's. About the same time a news show aired a segment on the benefits that non-contact boxing had on Parkinson's symptoms. Immediately after the show, Kelly utilized his martial arts background and began incorporating focus mitts into his client's training sessions. The success Kelly was seeing pushed him to dig for more information on the correlation between boxing and Parkinson's symptoms. This is when he found the Rock Steady Boxing Program! Shortly thereafter, Kelly became a Certified RSB Coach and Just Workout became the first Charlotte area RSB Affiliate location!

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At Rock Steady Boxing Charlotte, Parkinson’s disease is the opponent. Exercises vary in purpose and form but share one common trait: they are rigorous and intended to extend the perceived capabilities of the participant.

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Some benefits of the program are:

• Increased Strength

• Improved Hand-eye Coordination

• Improved Posture

• Better Cognitive Processing

• Relieve Symptoms for Soft-voice Disorders

• Stronger Core

• Improved Balance and Agility

• Improved Reaction Time

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Our community-based fitness program not only provides exercise but also friendship, encouragement and support.