On this episode of Living Well with MS, our guest, Dr Gretchen Hawley, will explain neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to continually change, a sign of brain health) and how exercise can impact it, as well as share her insights on helping people with MS improve their strength, balance and mobility.  

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Topics and Timestamps: 

02:02 We hear a lot about new training methods, such as HIIT (high intensity interval training); is it effective for people with MS?  

04:16 How long should the intensity intervals be?  

05:30 If you’re doing strength training as well, should you do cardio before or after?  

06:47 How does an MS-specific exercise differ from regular training?  

08:07 Can you provide some examples of MS-specific exercise?  

10:15 What’s the right exercise order for different types of exercises?  

11:43 Is it better to do exercise like walking even if you’re having an off day and do it badly or wait till you can do it well with good form?  

14:25 How do you find the motivation to exercise consistently?  

19:06 Do you recommend days off from exercise?  

20:47 You have an online wellness program called The MSing Link. Can you tell our audience a bit about it?  

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