So no surprise – all other things being equal, exercise is generally considered good for people. That holds true for people with Parkinson’s disease as well.  Having said that, consult your doctor if you are new to exercise or have any questions about how much activity you can safely do.

I did a bit of research to see what the “experts” are saying about exercise for people with Parkinson’s disease.  Not only is there an existing body of research, it supports the view that exercise yields positive benefits, both neurologically and in terms of quality of life.  See for yourself:

1. Does vigorous exercise have a neuroprotective effect in Parkinson disease?

2. Effects of physical activity in Parkinson’s disease: A new tool for rehabilitation
          Borrione, P., Tranchita, E., Sansone, P., & Parisi, A. (2014). Effects of physical activity in Parkinson’s disease: A new tool for rehabilitation. World Journal of Methodology, 4(3), 133–143. http://doi.org/10.5662/wjm.v4.i3.133