Today is the five-year anniversary of my cancer surgery and diagnosis.
I have been free of any signs of cancer since treatment. I have tried to use these years wisely, to help others understand the many benefits of exercise to their cancer recovery. Medical doctors agree; researchers agree; the new guidelines from the American Cancer Society agree: exercise can help you heal as a cancer patient and survivor.
You need to do a small, but consistent, amount of exercise to gain benefits. If you’re in treatment, your exercise volume might be 15 min. a day and still make a difference.
You don’t have to push hard, go fast, or be super-fit to do some meaningful exercise. If you can’t do aerobic activities like walking, you can perhaps do some yoga, stretching or light weight/strengthening work. Avoid inactivity, if you can.
During cancer treatment and recovery, it’s very empowering to take some control of your health through appropriate self-care. Make exercise your refuge and your solace. I wish you much strength and courage as you face cancer and as you recover your health.
Active Against Cancer 