CRF was measured by a graded maximal treadmill test.

Conclusion: In conclusion, stroke survivors exhibit greater increases in systolic blood pressure during maximal treadmill exercise compared to controls.

Maximal treadmill endurance was measured at least 3 days before the submaximal tests.

Conclusions: Maximal treadmill walking distance and the 6-minute walk distance are not interchangeable outcomes in participants with PAD.