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Act naturally

I’m in a movie!  All I had to do was turn up and act naturally. First, I needed to learn some dance steps – which didn’t come naturally at all.

By Ali Turnbull, 1 week ago
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Born to be wild

I’m in love. Unfortunately, it’s with an expensive piece of kit that stretches beyond the realms of my piggy bank and won’t fit in my car boot. Happily, there are other ways to experience the joy of recumbent tricycling.

By Ali Turnbull, 5 months ago
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Hell’s Bells

When I said I was going to have a go at steam punk Morris dancing, people thought it was an April Fool joke. But it ticks all my boxes for neuroplastic exercise. Who’s the fool now?

By Ali Turnbull, 7 months ago
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The beat goes on

I’m always searching for new, fun ways to create that ‘magic hour’ in which I forget I have Parkinson’s. Last week was no exception as I set foot into the world of West African drumming.

By Ali Turnbull, 8 months24 March 2026 ago
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World in union

I’m seventy-four today. Last week, living proof that you can teach an old dog new tricks, I had a go at walking rugby.  I’m completely hooked.

By Ali Turnbull, 9 months1 March 2026 ago
Austrian alps
Balance Exercise Outdoors

I get knocked down…

I took a tumble on holiday. It wasn’t pretty, and it wasn’t quite what I was expecting, but I’m still in one piece and raring to go. Here’s how I might improve things next time.

By Ali Turnbull, 1 year28 September 2025 ago
Balance Exercise Fun Outdoors Relaxation

Little things mean a lot

Day to day, in my home exercise routine, I don’t always notice the small improvements I’m making. But the benefits really show up on holiday.

By Ali Turnbull, 1 year ago
Exercise Relaxation Uncategorised

Too much monkey business

How slowing down with Tai Chi has helped me speed up my life.

By Ali Turnbull, 2 years ago
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I’m so excited

Today I’m meeting some Zoom classmates for the first time in real life. And it’s all in a good cause.

By Ali Turnbull, 2 years5 December 2024 ago
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I’m still standing

Today I mark five years since my GP first mentioned Parkinson’s. I’ve come a long way since then, and it’s time for an update.

By Ali Turnbull, 2 years ago

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