There’s a new boxing gym in Taylorville that is designed to help those diagnosed with Parkinson’s cope with the disease. Rock Steady Boxing utilizes high intensity exercise to help control, and even regress symptoms of Parkinson’s.

Lisa Tarr, owner of Rock Steady Boxing in Taylorville appeared on the Newstalk WTIM Morning Show to discuss her business, and how it’s helping those in the community battling the disease. She shared how a 60 minute clip inspired her to open the gym.

The gym utilizes several different exercises and areas of focus to help it’s members manage the disease and live a better life.

While Rock Steady Boxing’s main focus is battling the onset of Parkinson’s, they welcome all to their gym, and offer classes for all ages, taught by certified instructors to improve overall health. You can find Rock Steady Boxing at 213 West Main Cross in Taylorville, online at RockSteadyBoxing.org, or by giving them a call at 820-1799.