Virtual Physical Activity Seated Exercise - Phase 2

This study will determine the acceptability of delivering seated exercises online and if seated exercises can improve balance, mobility, quality of life, and cardiometabolic health in those living with a stroke related mobility impairment.Participants will be allocated to either a 10-week seated exercise program or a delayed 2-week Boot Camp program. All seated exercises sessions and assessments will be conducted virtually.

Inclusion Criteria:Participants must meet the following inclusion criteria:Adult (as defined by Province)Chronic stroke (more than 6 months post-stroke)Ability to stand up from a chairMobility impairment of lower extremity (requires a walking aid, with or without close supervision)Able to safely engage in exercise and tolerate 60 minutes of exercisesAble to communicate in EnglishHave access to a tablet, computer, or laptop with internet and email accessExclusion Criteria:Participants will be excluded if they meet any of the following criteria:Participating in formal exercise or rehabilitation activitiesParticipating in > 30 minutes/day of physical activity (moderate intensity)Participating in another study that may affect outcomes to this studySevere loss of vision, hearing, speech (including aphasia) or cognition that would preclude use of a computer/tablet and communication over videoconference softwareA serious comorbid condition (eg., amputation, Parkinson's disease, active cancer)Clinically diagnosed with acute/chronic illness or other condition which has known physical activity contraindications or limits their ability to complete each experimental condition (i.e., chronic low back pain aggravated by prolonged sitting)