ONCOLOGY
STAYING ACTIVE
WITH CANCER
Trust your doctor's
recommendations—and
your own body—to guide
you toward a beneficial
exercise plan.
Studies have shown that for most cancer
patients and survivors, physician
approved exercise can be both safe
and beneficial. Depending on the type
of cancer, stage of treatment, and
doctor recommendations, exercise
can be a very important part of your
health during cancer treatments.
One of the side effects of radiation is
fatigue, and exercise can likely help
decrease some of those symptoms
both during and after treatments. In
addition, regular exercise can also
combat weight gain associated with
chemotherapy treatments. The happy
feelings most people report post
workout is another potential benefit
to exercising and has the potential to
improve a cancer patient’s outlook
on their condition as well as improve
their overall quality of life.
Consult your physician before starting
an exercise routine, but the following
tips could help you get on your way!
EXERCISE RECOMMENDATIONS:
The American Cancer Society recommends
that, if possible, cancer
patients and survivors:
• Avoid inactivity and return to
normal daily activities as soon
as possible following a cancer
diagnosis.
• Do 150 minutes of moderate
intensity aerobic exercise or 75
minutes of vigorous intensity
exercise per week.
• Include strength-building exercises
at least two days per week
LINKS: www.cancer.org | www.cancer.gov | www.nccn.org/patients
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