Table 3 Recommended exercise prescription for adults with mild to moderate MS-related disability
Exercise training parameter | Aerobic prescription | Resistance prescription |
|---|---|---|
Frequency—How often? | 3 days per week | 3 days per week |
Duration—How much? | Gradual increase in the duration of exercise from 10 to 30 min over time | The exercise bouts should range from 1 to 3 sets between 10 and 15 repetitions per exercise |
Intensity—How hard? | These activities should be performed at a moderate intensity—between 4 and 8 on the 10-point RPE scale | Pick a resistance that you can finish 10–15 repetitions of the last set comfortably |
Mode—How too? | Walking (over-ground or treadmill) | Resistance training activity mainly target major/large muscle groups (elastic bands) |
Special considerations | Overall progression should start with either duration or frequency, and finally progress intensity per tolerability of the person Rest your muscles for 1–2 min duration in between sets and muscle groups Rest your muscles for at least 1 day between strength training sessions Aerobic and resistance training can be performed on the same day as aerobic exercise training, depending on tolerability MS-specific symptoms (i.e., fatigue and heat sensitivity) should be identified and discussed before prescribing an exercise routine | |