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David Haas's article on cancer and exercise
The Role of Fitness in the Fight Against Cancer
It doesn’t matter if you’re dealing with breast cancer, rare mesothelioma or some
other form of this disease, it can wreak havoc on your body, mind and spirit.
Whether you’re in remission or currently undergoing cancer treatments, adding a
fitness routine into your life can be instrumental in your ability to deal with the
emotional and physical effects of this disease.
When you are battling cancer, the last thing you’re probably thinking about is
fitness. However, getting 30 to 60 minutes of cardiovascular exercise should be at
the top of your “to do” list. Cancer can zap your energy, weaken your muscles, and
contribute to depression and make everyday functioning cumbersome.
You’ll have good and bad days when you’re battling cancer. Some days you may feel
so weak that you’re barely able to roll out of bed. When you have days like this, try
to get up and take a short stroll. Doing this will improve your circulation and give
you the energy you need to take a nice warm bath.
When you have good days, take advantage of them by getting the recommended
amount of cardiovascular exercise. You’ll really reap the mental and physical benefits
when you do. Following a fitness routine can improve your endurance and encourage
your body to release hormones that can help reduce stress, ward off depression and
make you feel happier.
When you feel happier, you’ll have a more optimistic outlook on life and on your
ability to beat cancer. Some types of cardiovascular exercises you can do include
kickboxing, jogging, walking, cycling, playing sports and jumping rope.
Cancer can also cause the loss of both bone and muscle mass. Adding a weight
lifting regimen two to three day a week can help build muscle mass and increase
bone density. Increased bone density can help prevent breaks and fractures while
improved muscle mass can make simple tasks like getting dressed, cleaning up and
carting groceries a lot less cumbersome.
If you are a cancer patient, following a fitness routine can keep you strong,
energized, upbeat and make everyday living easier. Before you begin an exercise
program, talk to your doctor.
It doesn’t matter if you’re dealing with breast cancer, rare mesothelioma or some
other form of this disease, it can wreak havoc on your body, mind and spirit.
Whether you’re in remission or currently undergoing cancer treatments, adding a
fitness routine into your life can be instrumental in your ability to deal with the
emotional and physical effects of this disease.
When you are battling cancer, the last thing you’re probably thinking about is
fitness. However, getting 30 to 60 minutes of cardiovascular exercise should be at
the top of your “to do” list. Cancer can zap your energy, weaken your muscles, and
contribute to depression and make everyday functioning cumbersome.
You’ll have good and bad days when you’re battling cancer. Some days you may feel
so weak that you’re barely able to roll out of bed. When you have days like this, try
to get up and take a short stroll. Doing this will improve your circulation and give
you the energy you need to take a nice warm bath.
When you have good days, take advantage of them by getting the recommended
amount of cardiovascular exercise. You’ll really reap the mental and physical benefits
when you do. Following a fitness routine can improve your endurance and encourage
your body to release hormones that can help reduce stress, ward off depression and
make you feel happier.
When you feel happier, you’ll have a more optimistic outlook on life and on your
ability to beat cancer. Some types of cardiovascular exercises you can do include
kickboxing, jogging, walking, cycling, playing sports and jumping rope.
Cancer can also cause the loss of both bone and muscle mass. Adding a weight
lifting regimen two to three day a week can help build muscle mass and increase
bone density. Increased bone density can help prevent breaks and fractures while
improved muscle mass can make simple tasks like getting dressed, cleaning up and
carting groceries a lot less cumbersome.
If you are a cancer patient, following a fitness routine can keep you strong,
energized, upbeat and make everyday living easier. Before you begin an exercise
program, talk to your doctor.
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