Stories From the Gym Floor
Straight talk about non-contact boxing, your first class, caregivers, and the community that keeps us coming back.
Exercise and Parkinson’s: What the Research Actually Says
What the Parkinson’s Foundation, Yale Medicine, APDA and published research actually say about exercise and Parkinson’s — hedges, limits and all.
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Why Boxing-Based Fitness for Parkinson’s? An Honest Look
A 2025 systematic review found 80%+ adherence and no adverse events. A separate study found no advantage over traditional exercise. Here is both halves.
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How Much Exercise? Parkinson’s Guidelines, Made Practical
150 minutes a week, split into four components — the Parkinson’s Foundation, ACSM and Yale Medicine numbers, turned into something you can schedule.
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What Your First Rise & Strike Class Actually Looks Like
Nervous about your first Rise & Strike class? Here's exactly what happens, minute by minute — what to wear, where to go, and why nobody ever gets hit.
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Why Non-Contact Boxing? Every Drill, None of the Hits
Rise & Strike is boxing with zero contact — footwork, mitts, bags, and balance work, but nobody ever takes a punch. Here's why we built it that way.
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Why We Train in a Group: Community at Rise & Strike
Rise & Strike isn't a solo workout — it's a group. Here's why training shoulder to shoulder with other fighters is the whole point of the program.
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For the Caregivers: What to Expect When You Come With Them
Bringing a spouse or loved one to Rise & Strike? Here's what to expect as a caregiver — stay and watch, train alongside them, and meet people who get it.
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