Network Magazine Spring 2017 | Page 3
When exercise punches above its weight
The term ‘inspiration’ gets bandied about pretty freely –
and in fairness, we are fortunate to work in an industry
that features more than its share of inspirational moments
and individuals. This issue of Network, however, features
a piece that, for me, genuinely does earn that descriptor
more than most.
In his article on the power of exercise – and in particular
boxing for fitness – for fighting Parkinson’s disease, Steve
Schiemer allows us an insight into his personal experience,
as well as that of others whose lives have been enhanced
through the remarkable Punchin Parkos program.
You may know of Steve, a highly regarded figure in
the Aussie and international group fitness industries.
Diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s disease at the
age of 39, his career as a fitness professional was cut
short as the symptoms, and then the side-effects of
the medication, took hold. In search of alternatives to
the drugs, Steve discovered some pretty compelling
research highlighting the effects of complex, repetitive
and intense exercise on brain function.
As he writes, despite having spent his life espousing
the many benefits of movement, nothing prepared
Steve for the phenomenal effect that exercise would
have on his Parkinson’s symptoms – and those of fellow
sufferers. It’s a pretty amazing story that really brings
home the life-changing potential of what we do in this
brilliant industry.
Elsewhere in this issue you’ll find plenty of other
thought-provoking articles too, from Andrew Chadwick’s
Perspective on making yourself an expert in your training
trade, and Krista Scott-Dixon’s analysis of how much
protein clients really need, to Mel Morony’s advice on
avoiding loneliness for group fitness instructors, and
Lynsey Fraser’s practical guide for generating the most
relevant leads for your fitness business.
So, apologies for dropping the ‘i’-word, again, but
whatever your area of this industry, I hope you take
inspiration from this issue.
Oliver Kitchingman, Editor
[email protected]
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Editor, Oliver Kitchingman
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