Professional Practice Guide -FCSV-EN

23 for the Management of Peripheral Artery Disease Resistance training should not replace walking or other aerobic activity. The resistance training program should target the major muscle groups, with particular emphasis on the lower limbs. → See Section 9, Appendix 3: Sample Resistance Training Program.. Alternative options to consider ↪ Nordic walking (walking with poles) Walking with poles engages both the upper and lower limbs while also improving balance control. Several studies have shown that Nordic walking is as effective — or more effective than — standard walking programs for improving walking distance and cardiorespiratory fitness¹¹–¹². ↪ Stationary cycling Clinical guidelines recommend stationary cycling for patients who are unable to walk.³ The recommendations for structuring a stationary cycling exercise program are the same as those for a walking program. Walking with poles engages both the upper and lower limbs while also improving balance control. Ӌ Nordic (pole) walking ©Photo: gpointstudio