populations can be achieved through theoretical generalization (28).
4.4 Implications for clinical practice
Combining high-intensity walking/running and detailed
sensorimotor exercises was valued and provided meaningful
embodied experiences, improving participants’ ability to master
PA and their beliefs of their own possibilities for being active in
the future. However, the manner in which the content of an
exercise intervention is delivered and the environment in which
it is delivered should be accounted for, as these aspects were
perceived to be of great importance in creating and shaping
participants’ experiences. In particular, tailored physiotherapist-
participant bodily interactions and an engaging group and
outdoor environment were perceived to be pertinent for
exploring one’s own potential.
To minimize negative incidents in future interventions, we
suggest that (1) the effort required from one ’sl e gm u s c l e s
during the detailed exercises (in between the running/walking
intervals) should be low to minimize the negative
consequences of leg muscle fat igue prior to high-intensity
running/walking, (2) the capacity for running/walking at high-
intensity should be explored in one-to-one physiotherapy
assessment prior to group training to optimize individuals
capabilities and safety, and (3) homogenous and small-sized
groups should be used to enable ongoing and tailored
physiotherapist-participant interactions.
Data availability statement
The datasets presented in this article are not readily available
because of ethical and legal restrictions. Requests to access the
datasets should be directed to stine.s.dahl@nord.no.
Ethics statement
This study involving humans was approved by Regional
Committee for Medical Research Ethics in North Norway (REK
North: 174,837) and the Data Protection Of ﬁcer at
Nordlandssykehuset Hospital Trust, Norway. This study was
conducted in accordance with the local legislation and
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