Jennifer Andrews
Early-onset Parkinson's diagnosis survivor and long-distance walker who has completed multiple pilgrimages and authored books about her treks, sharing firsthand experience of walking to manage Parkinson's symptoms.
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Mar 4, 2026 • 13min
The Wellingtonian walking to reduce the effects of Parkinson's disease
Jennifer Andrews, diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's and a long-distance walker who has written about her pilgrimages, shares her journeys. She talks about planning a 150 km Wellington circuit, coping with winds and hills, and practical gear and blister prevention. She explains walking techniques, conscious gaiting with Parkinson's, and how long treks reshape perspective and resilience.
