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There Are No Shortcuts with Parkinson’s | Jimmy Choi
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- Mar 18, 2026
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- 4001
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Summary
Jimmy Choi is known for doing things most people do not associate with Parkinson’s. Ultramarathons. Triathlons. American Ninja Warrior. World records. What comes through in this conversation is everything underneath that. Jimmy talks openly about the years after his diagnosis, when depression, apathy, and anger took over. He shares the reality of trying to live with a progressive disease, and the slow, unglamorous work of changing his life over time. Eric and Todd talk with Jimmy about exercise, mental health, medication, daily routines, and why he believes there are no shortcuts to living well with Parkinson’s. They also get into the gap between what people see from the outside and what it actually takes to manage this disease day after day. ➡️ Content note: This conversation includes discussion of depression, suicide, and the mental health side of Parkinson’s. We’re grateful to Jimmy for speaking so openly. Please take care while listening and reach out for support if needed. Key Takeaways: The mental side of Parkinson’s can be as hard as the physical side. Jimmy speaks candidly about depression, apathy, and the importance of getting help and talking more openly about mental health, especially for men. There are no shortcuts. Jimmy has a clear message for people looking for a quick fix. Learn your body. Track what helps. Pay attention to medication, food, exercise, and recovery. Put in the work over time. What people see is only part of it. Jimmy is open about the difference between how he functions on medication and how hard he has worked to build routines around movement, nutrition, and training. Key Moments: 00:00 — Introduction 01:15 — Jimmy’s diagnosis and athletic accomplishments 04:00 — Early symptoms and Young-Onset Parkinson’s 07:00 — Family, relationships,…