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UTEP Launches Initiative to Boost Activity Among Stroke Survivors

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Researchers at the University of Texas at El Paso are initiating a program aimed at enhancing daily activity levels among stroke survivors, focusing on reducing sedentary behavior. The Neuro EXCEL lab is studying how lifestyle impacts recovery, revealing that stroke survivors average only 5,000 steps daily compared to the 7,000 steps typical for healthy individuals. The new four-month program will offer group sessions and personalized coaching, addressing barriers to activity and promoting long-term behavior changes. This initiative is free for stroke survivors in the Borderland, emphasizing the importance of daily movement to improve health outcomes.

Key Details: • Program duration: four months with bi-monthly meetings. • Free and open to stroke survivors in the Borderland area. • Participants will receive personalized strategies and activity tracking tools. • Small increases in daily activity can significantly reduce cardiovascular disease risk.

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