The Home Stretch
Stretching is a great way to warm up before physical activity and also to cool down after exercise. Fatigue is one side effect of cancer treatments. Even on days when you are not very physically active, taking a quick stretch break may give you a jolt of energy. Some cancer patients who require surgery may […]
Water Based Exercise
Water-based exercises cover a range of activities including swimming, water aerobics, and walking or running in water. Aquatic exercise is beneficial for people of all ages and skill levels, since intensity can be gentle or very intense depending on your movements in the water. Is it Safe? If you are on radiation therapy, make […]
Flow with Tai Chi
Low impact exercise can broadly be defined as exercise that allows at least one foot to be in contact with the ground at all times. That includes pilates, tai chi, and water-based exercises. Low impact exercises are especially good for cancer patients and survivors because the movements tend to be less jarring on the body […]
Stay Strong with Pilates
Try adding Pilates to your strength training routine. Pilates is a gentle mind-body exercise that emphasizes strength, core stability, flexibility, muscle control, posture, and breathing. Pilates and the Cancer Patient Pilates moves through gentle exercises and can be performed while lying on the back. This position is ideal for the cancer patient, as it slowly […]
Strength and Resistance Training
You don’t have to be a gym rat to tone your muscles and feel strong. With a few efficient moves under your belt, you can keep your health in check and whip that body into shape in no time. Strong muscles = strong bones Normal aging is associated with a decline in muscle mass […]
Dance-Based Fitness
Dance-based fitness is back and here to stay. Whether you want to stretch it out in a ballet barre class, pump it up with a Latin-inspired Zumba class, or exercise with jazzercise, dancing is an excellent way to get the physical activity you need. Taking a class, dancing at home, or busting a move at […]
Understand Cardio Machines
On rainy days, many of us head indoors for a workout. The treadmill, the elliptical and the stair stepper are three popular machines to help you get some cardio on days when you don’t want to be outside. Even the most basic gyms will have a mix of cardio machines available. Remember, starting with just 10 […]
Bicycling and Cycling
Buckle those helmets and hop on a bicycle. Bicycling is a great way to get in some cardiovascular exercise, and it can help tone the legs and backside. Take it at your own pace, whether you like to ride leisurely and look at the scenery or speed things up and tackle the hills. Proper form […]
Walking for Exercise
Staying physically active (and eating a healthful diet) can help promote optimal health. For cancer patients, moderate amounts of physical activity seem to help reduce the fatigue from chemotherapy and radiation, perhaps by boosting mood. [bctt tweet=”Believe it or not, exercise gives chemo patients more energy” via=”no”] Walking is one of the most popular physical […]
Starting an Exercise Routine
Physical activity is important in chronic disease prevention, and is associated with better outcomes for cancer patients. Being active is considered safe and beneficial for people undergoing cancer treatment. Regular physical activity can help manage common side effects of cancer treatment, such as fatigue, pain, and nausea. For many, the feeling of tiredness does not […]