PD Arena Workout

Five minutes. Five movements. One focused arena.

PD Arena is the PD5 workout space for guided Parkinson’s-focused movement. Start with the PD Daily 5: five one-minute exercises built around posture, strength, speed, power, coordination, and confidence.

The PD Daily 5

Guided one-minute movement blocks.

Perform each exercise for one minute. Move at your own pace, use support when needed, and stop any movement that causes pain, dizziness, or unsafe balance concerns.

1

Large Backstroke

A large upper-body movement designed to open the chest and shoulders, support posture, and encourage bigger movement patterns.

Stand tall Reach long Open the chest Move with intention
1:00
2

Cross-Body March with Posture Reset

A marching and coordination movement that combines knee drive, posture awareness, balance, gait training, and cross-body connection.

Lift the knees Tap opposite knee Reset posture Use support if needed
1:00
3

Fast Hands

A speed and rhythm drill focused on quick hands, coordination, intentional movement, and maintaining relaxed control.

Move fast Stay relaxed Keep rhythm Focus on quickness
1:00
4

Sit, Stand & Punch

A functional strength and power movement that trains standing, leg drive, upper-body speed, rhythm, and confidence.

Lean forward slightly Drive through legs Stand tall Punch with control
1:00
5

Tennis Ball Connect

A brain-body connection drill using hand-eye coordination, reaction, rhythm, dual-tasking, and focused movement.

Watch the ball Stay relaxed Switch hands Keep moving
1:00
Consistency Tracker

Two-week PD Arena tracker.

Mark each completed workout and choose your current mood. The goal is simple: build consistency. One completed workout counts.

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Part of the PD5 subscription

PD Arena is one part of the broader PD5 service, which includes fitness libraries, tutorials, tracker tools, leaderboards, PD5 Radio, live sports commentary, and additional digital engagement features.

Safety reminder

Always consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program. Exercise at your own pace, use modifications when needed, and prioritize safety.