Rita Haspell from Nantwich attends Everybody Health and Leisure’s NeuroFit Circuit Classes at Crewe Lifestyle Centre and has been taking part since November 2025. Rita who is living with Parkinsonism was referred to NeuroFit by her physio who was very supportive of the programme. Parkinson’s UK shares: “Parkinsonism is a term that covers several conditions. This includes Parkinson’s and other conditions with similar symptoms, such as slow movement, rigidity (stiffness) and problems with walking.”
Rita and her husband commented that these classes show you are not on your own, it gives
you confidence there are things you can do, and it is important to focus on what you can
do, not what you can’t.
Rita shares: “The exercises are not too complicated; it’s at the right pace. Rachel makes sure you are doing it properly; I like the classes; they are doing me some good and you get proper guidance.”
Rita made a buddy in the class who was really friendly, they moved around the circuit class together, this helped with Rita’s confidence whilst they had a laugh. “Come and try it.” She boasts to anyone who may be feeling nervous.
Since joining the NeuroFit Circuit Classes, Rita has seen improvements in her sit to stand,
balance, confidence and mobility. “My stepping has improved and getting up and out of a chair.”
Rachel Evans, Everybody Health & Leisure’s Specialist Health Advisor comments: “Rita’s confidence has improved, when given clear instructions and demonstrations to follow her concentration to perform the exercises has meant her balance and strength has improved, she can perform more sit-to-stands and balance on one leg for longer, her ability to throw and catch the ball is better, helping with her cognitive function and co-ordination. Rita should be pleased with the progress she has made.”
NeuroFit is a welcoming exercise programme for people diagnosed with a neurological condition. Members can choose to attend Bike Therapy, NeuroFit Circuit Classes and NeuroFit Gym Sessions. Evidence shows that exercise can significantly help people with Neurological conditions. The programme has many benefits, from helping to build muscle strength and flexibility, improves balance, reduces motor symptoms by as much 35% and more.
The programme is delivered by Everybody Leisure’s Level 4 Specialist Neurological Exercise Rehabilitation Instructors, so you’re in safe, knowledgeable hands.
If you would like to find out more, please visit www.everybody.org.uk/what-we-offer/get-fit-and-healthy/health/neurofit/