With Muhammad Ali's passing, boxing — particularly as a cause of head trauma that could be associated with Parkinson's disease (PD) — has been in the news. Perhaps it might be surprising then, that this form of exercise — non-contact boxing — is heavily endorsed as a way to stay active and manage Parkinson's symptoms.

Freddie Roach, a Hall of Fame boxing trainer and former boxer himself, is one such proponent. His story in the New York Times highlights how beneficial non-contact boxing can be for managing Parkinson's symptoms. Read more about one program — Rock Steady Boxing — designed specifically for people with PD.