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We propose the next stage in investigation\u2014a pilot multisite randomised controlled trial to test the feasibility of the trial design before embarking on a fully scaled trial.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods and analysis<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This study will be a pilot multisite randomised controlled trial conducted at McMaster University and the University of British Columbia in Canada. 60 people \u22656 months following mild to moderate stroke will be randomly allocated to one of two, thrice-weekly, 10-week RT interventions: (1) periodised power training intervention (POWER) or (2) conventional RT intervention following current physical activity recommendations (STRENGTH). Both training programmes begin with a 1-week familiarisation period consisting of low-intensity versions of the programmes. 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