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Table 2 Content of supervised physical exercise sessions

From: Mobile health to promote physical activity in people post stroke or transient ischemic attack – study protocol for a feasibility randomised controlled trial

 

Intervalsa

  

Level

Description

Duration (sec)

Number

Number of blocks per session

Total dose (min)

1

­ -Standing and sitting exercises

­ -Emphasis on movement quality and stability

High: 30

Low: 30

5

4

20

2

­ -Only standing exercise

­ -Higher pace and greater movement amplitude compared to level 1

High: 45

Low: 15

5

4

20

3

­ -Only standing exercise

­ -Higher pace, greater movement amplitude and increased movement complexity (e.g., combining arm and leg movements) compared to level 2

High: 60

Low: 15

4

4

20

  1. aThe intervals include switching between a ‘High’ demanding exercise and a ‘Low’ demanding exercise (i.e., active rest)