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Fitness and stroke: A comprehensive guide to exercise and workout for stroke

Charles Davies

"Fitness and Stroke: A Comprehensive Guide to Exercise and Workout for Stroke Survivors" is an essential resource for individuals navigating the path to recovery after a stroke. This guide offers a detailed and compassionate approach to incorporating exercise into the rehabilitation journey, recognizing the unique challenges and needs of stroke survivors.

Grounded in evidence-based practices, the book covers a wide range of topics to support physical and emotional well-being, including:

- Understanding Stroke and Exercise: Gain insight into how stroke affects the body and the critical role of physical activity in promoting recovery and preventing recurrence.
- Getting Started: Learn how to assess your fitness level, set realistic goals, and create a safe exercise environment tailored to your abilities.
- Cardiovascular Health: Discover the importance of cardiovascular exercise, explore various activities, and access sample cardio workouts designed for different fitness levels.
- Strength Training: Understand the benefits of strength training for stroke survivors, target key muscle groups, and incorporate exercises using resistance bands and weights.
- Flexibility and Balance: Enhance flexibility and range of motion through effective stretching techniques and explore exercises to improve balance and coordination, including the benefits of yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi.
- Adaptive Techniques: Find practical advice on modifying exercises for limited mobility, using adaptive equipment, and engaging in seated and bed-based exercises.
- Mindfulness and Relaxation: Embrace mindfulness and relaxation techniques to manage stress, improve mental well-being, and support overall health.
- Role of Caregivers and Healthcare Professionals: Understand the vital contributions of caregivers and healthcare providers, and learn effective strategies for communication and collaboration.

Whether you are a stroke survivor, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this comprehensive guide provides valuable insights, practical tips, and structured routines to support recovery and enhance quality of life. "Fitness and Stroke" empowers stroke survivors to take an active role in their rehabilitation, fostering resilience, independence, and a renewed sense of vitality.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Publish Date: Jun 3rd, 2024
  • Pages: 126
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.27in - 0.39lb
  • EAN: 9798327509023
  • Categories: General

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