Yoga: A medicinal exercise
According to a recent article published in Current Oncology, 69% of oncologists surveyed agreed that yoga is of interest for improving clinical care in adult cancer patients. One oncologist reported that “yoga is one of the best forms of exercise because each person participates to their level — thus everyone can participate — and little […]
Resistance Training: Questions Answered
As we ring in the New Year, it is coming time to tackle those resolutions! According to a national survey, staying fit and healthy and losing weight were the two most popular New Year’s resolutions in 2015 [i]. If this year’s resolutions follow the trends from last year, health and fitness is most likely at […]
Holiday Kitchen Fitness Tips
Thanksgiving is almost here! What a special time it is to gather with family and friends. Much of the holiday is focused on the food, but before we all get too stuffed, check out these fun ways to stay active and strong on the big day. Kitchen counter push-ups Let’s face it. Many of […]
Physical Activity and the Cancer Patient—Pull Up a Chair For Your Health
Each month throughout 2015, we will feature a different physical activity on our blog. We hope to highlight a variety of activities in this series so that you can find your favorite ways to move your body! This activity post is for anyone who is… – limited in mobility or unable to stand due to […]
Why Sitting IS the New Smoking
Maybe you’ve heard this saying before – Sitting is the new smoking. But what does that mean? It used to be that “everyone” smoked, but now “everyone” sits. If I exercise most days 30-60 minutes, then I’ve done my job to reduce chronic diseases like heart disease – right? Well, that’s part of it.
Fitting in Physical Activity for Caregivers – 6 Easy Steps
We all know that physical activity has numerous health benefits. We also know that with a busy lifestyle, it can be difficult to make time for physical activity no matter how hard we might try. In fact, recent reports show that more than half of Americans do not participate in regular physical activity. This is […]
Get Moving!
Research links regular physical activity to lower risk of postmenopausal and possibly pre-menopausal breast cancer, including recurrence. Physical activity has the capability to protect against breast cancer by strengthening the immune system, reducing levels of both reproductive and insulin-related hormones, and by fostering weight control. Regular physical activity can also help you gain strength, achieve […]