Exercise preferences are different after stroke

Abstract

Objective: To explore exercise preferences in stroke survivors and controls. Methods. A novel scalethe Exercise Preference Questionnairewas developed for this study. This questionnaire, together with established assessments of physical activities, mood, and quality of life, was completed in a single assessment session. Results. Twenty-three adult stroke survivors (mean age 63, 65 male) and 41 healthy controls (mean age 61, 66 male) participated. The groups differed on 4 of the 5 a priori exercise preference factors: relative to controls, stroke survivors preferred exercise to be more structured, in a group, at a gym or fitness centre, and for exercises to be demonstrated. Factor analysis yie..