2018 Annual Campaign: Martin’s story

The rapid pedaling of a bicycle can make an enormous difference for someone battling Parkinson’s Disease – this is true for Martin, a Sammamish Y member, who was just 40 when he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s more than 20 years ago.

Annual Campaign 2018 Martin

“Biking really does help slow the progression of the disease,” says Martin, who joined the Y’s Pedaling for Parkinson’s group this year. “By cycling to the point of exhaustion I have been able to slow down my deterioration.”

Research conducted at the Cleveland Clinic showed a 35% reduction in symptoms by the simple act of pedaling a bicycle at a rapid pace – optimally, 80-90 revolutions per minute.

Our campaign will raise $165,000 to make sure that all in our community have access to these programs and services. Please help us to help more people like Martin who are living with Parkinson’s Disease.

Annual Fund Drive
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