This section contains information and exercises suitable for stroke survivors in the amber group of our stroke recovery exercise programme.
Exercise releases endorphins, a hormone that boosts mood, self-esteem, relieves stress and promotes feelings of well-being. Ask your carer, family member or friend to help you get started.
If you haven't done so already, please watch the introductory video. If you are a carer, please watch the advice and exercises for carers video.
Following the 4-week programme
Now you have chosen the right mobility group for you, its time to get started. You can follow the programme by watching the videos below on this page, or subscribe to our YouTube channel and watch it from there.
Below is each weekly video, focusing on strength, stability, stamina and flexibility. To play the video you want, click the play button in the middle of the video.
Week 1 - Strength
Week 3 - Stamina
Week 2 - Stability
Week 4 - Flexibility
Each video is led by a qualified physiotherapist and includes written coaching notes to emphasise points to work on. These videos are intended to support the rehabilitation needs of stroke survivors but may not be suitable for everyone. Before using these videos, please discuss their suitability with your doctor or stroke health professional.
Support
Join the conversation - our Online Community is a great place to connect with others and share your stroke experience, and talk about your recovery and rehabilitation.
We hope you have enjoy the programme, if you have any comments, questions or feedback please contact the team at our Service desk.
12-week Stroke Specific Exercise Programme
In addition to the four week programme, our collaboration with A Stroke of Luck also includes a 12 week programme. Each video focuses on a different area of the body or theme. They were designed to help you be more active at home.
You can follow these videos at a pace that suits you, whether that’s week-by-week or day-by-day.
Each video is led by a qualified physiotherapist and includes written coaching notes to emphasise points to work on. These videos are intended to support the rehabilitation needs of stroke survivors but may not be suitable for everyone. Before using these videos, please discuss their suitability with your doctor or stroke health professional.