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Regular brisk walking can help recovery, fitness and quality of life after a stroke, say researchers in the journal Stroke.
A three-month study found outdoor walking three times a week boosted endurance and resting heart rate.
Those taking part were able to walk independently or with a cane but researchers said many stroke survivors lack energy and fear falling.
A stroke charity said other exercises could help those unable to walk.
It is not the first time researchers have looked at the impact of low-stress exercise on stroke recovery, but previous studies tested exercise equipment such as treadmills or stationery bikes.
A team from the University of the West Indies in Jamaica wanted to assess exercise that could be done by anyone anywhere.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-21703668
A three-month study found outdoor walking three times a week boosted endurance and resting heart rate.
Those taking part were able to walk independently or with a cane but researchers said many stroke survivors lack energy and fear falling.
A stroke charity said other exercises could help those unable to walk.
It is not the first time researchers have looked at the impact of low-stress exercise on stroke recovery, but previous studies tested exercise equipment such as treadmills or stationery bikes.
A team from the University of the West Indies in Jamaica wanted to assess exercise that could be done by anyone anywhere.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-21703668