Exercise can play a crucial role in enhancing the effectiveness of cancer treatment. It acts through various biological and clinical mechanisms, making it a valuable asset in the fight against cancer. Not only is exercise safe during cancer treatment, but it also serves as a potent ally that elevates treatment efficacy, fortifies the body, and enhances overall outcomes. Supporting research: 1) Feng Y, Feng X, Wan R, Luo Z, Qu L, Wang Q. Impact of exercise on cancer: mechanistic perspectives and new insights. Front Immunol. 2024;15:1474770. Published 2024 Sep 13. doi:10.3389/fimmu.2024.1474770 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3934… 2) Yang L, Morielli AR, Heer E, et al. Effects of Exercise on Cancer Treatment Efficacy: A Systematic Review of Preclinical and Clinical Studies. Cancer Res. 2021;81(19):4889-4895. doi:10.1158/0008-5472.CAN-21-1258 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3421… 3) Wang, Zhongyu, et al. "Exercise therapy: Anti-tumor and improving chemotherapy efficacy." Journal of Holistic Integrative Pharmacy 5.3 (2024): 185-194. sciencedirect.com/science/ar… 4) Fiuza-Luces C, Valenzuela PL, Gálvez BG, et al. The effect of physical exercise on anticancer immunity [published correction appears in Nat Rev Immunol. 2024 Mar;24(3):229. doi: 10.1038/s41577-024-00999-6.]. Nat Rev Immunol. 2024;24(4):282-293. doi:10.1038/s41577-023-00943-0 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3779… #ExerciseOncology #OncologyCare #CancerRehab #CancerTreatment #OncologyResearch #ClinicalExercisePhysiology #ExerciseIsMedicine #OncologyRehab #MedicalFitness #CancerRecovery #IntegrativeOncology #ChronicDiseaseExercise #PrescribeExercise #FunctionalRehab #TumorBoard #OncologySupport #PhysiologyInPractice #RehabScience #ExerciseForCancer #CancerTherapy #ExerciseSpecialist #RehabExercise #CancerExerciseTraining #PhysicalTherapyInOncology #OncologyPT #PhysicalTherapyMatters #MoveAgainstCancer #StrengthThroughScience #ExerciseForSurvivors #SurvivorshipCare #EvidenceBasedPractice #PhysioLife #StrongerWithExercise

Exercise “Better Then Drugs” to Stop Cancer and Prolong Life after treatment! 🏃‍♀️ A groundbreaking study published in @NEJM found structured exercise after chemotherapy significantly reduces risk of colon cancer recurrence & death. The decade-long randomized controlled trial involved 889 patients from six countries who had completed chemotherapy for colon cancer. Participants who engaged in a supervised exercise program experienced a 28% lower risk of cancer recurrence and a 37% reduction in overall mortality compared to those who received only general health advice. The exercise regimen, tailored to individual preferences and capabilities, included activities such as brisk walking, jogging, and swimming, aiming for three to four sessions per week. Participants received coaching and support to help them achieve their exercise goals over a three-year period. Experts suggest that these findings could transform cancer care by integrating structured exercise programs into standard treatment protocols. Beyond colon cancer, the benefits of exercise may extend to other cancer types, offering a non-toxic and cost-effective strategy to reduce mortality risk and improve patient outcomes. 🔗 nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NE… #cancer #exercise #meded #exerciseforcancer #CancerRecovery #ColonCancer #CancerSurvivor

I cannot say enough good things about the EXCEL program. 💪🏻💪🏻 I am now in a maintenance class with some really awesome individuals. The camaraderie is A It’s online, it’s not intimidating. Check it out if you are in Canada. @EXCELOntario #ExerciseForCancer

Consent gained from patients to share photos! Smiles all round this afternoon in our Prehab Gym class! #fitforsurgery #prehabilitation #exerciseforcancer @LiverpoolPrehab

Looking forward to hearing from professionals @csep_scpe and sharing info to fitness pros about how to work safely and effectively with individuals living with and beyond cancer #ACE #EXCEL #ExerciseForCancer

EXCEL (EXercise for Cancer to Enhance Living Well) is a research study that offers a FREE, 12-week exercise program for Canadians living with and beyond cancer who live in rural and remote areas. @NCulosReed #ExerciseforCancer #ExerciseOncology bit.ly/3rfcczX

ACE-Neuro is delivering a tailored 12-week exercise program for individuals living with and beyond brain cancer. Read the protocol paper here: bit.ly/3u2QAIR #ExerciseOncology #NeuroOncology #ExerciseforCancer #SupportiveCancerCare @WellnessLabUofC

And we're now up to 62 participants across Alberta! Love this work #NeuroOncology #ExerciseForCancer

Evidence-based guidelines support wellness in cancer survivorship. But even moving just a little bit each day is fantastic - get your #movementminutes in daily @CSEPdotCA @ACSMNews #exerciseforcancer

For a full version of the Wellness Checklist, check your email (if you’re on our mailing list), or email us at: wellnesslab@ucalgary.ca — #Summer #Exercise #MoveMore #PhysicalActivity #ExerciseOncology #ExerciseForCancer #SummerChallenge #EvidenceBased #BehaviourChange (4/4)

What's next for Micah? He is continuing with his Leadership Team and teaching roles as well as applying for Medical School and Occupational Therapy programs across Canada - we are very proud of him! #ExerciseOncology #MoveMore #ExerciseForCancer

5 Easy Ways to Keep Body Moving 1. Walk more 2. Touch your toes 3. Beginners Squats 4. Do a little stretching 5. 60 seconds plank Little Changes Today Makes A Big Difference Tomorrow! #exercise #fitness #stayhealthy #stayactive #exerciseismedicine #exerciseforcancer

Thank you to Star Building Materials for being one of this year’s Drive for Thrive SILVER sponsor! Check out @StarBuildingYYC for their wide range of products and inventory! Register for DFT here bit.ly/DFT2022 #ExerciseForCancer #MoveMore #CancerCare #ExerciseOncology

One of this year’s GOLD sponsors for our 7th annual Drive for Thrive is Ceili’s Rooftop. Come visit them at @therooftopyyc and @ceiliscalgarydt! #ExerciseForCancer #MoveMore #ExerciseOncology #DriveForThrive #DriveForThrive2022 #GolfTournament #ThrivingWithCancer #YYC

Yeah - exercise is FUN! #exerciseforcancer #exerciseresearch #movemore

Roxana  is a current EXCEL participant - this is her story! Find more on our Instagram @wellnesslabuofc or visit bit.ly/3rHaoPC for more info about EXCEL programs! #ExerciseforCancer #ExerciseOncology #Thriver #RuralCancerThriver #EXCELCommunity

Duane  is a current EXCEL participant. This is his story: Read more on our Instagram @wellnesslabuofc and register for summer EXCEL programs here: bit.ly/3pVfq9p #ExerciseforCancer #ExerciseOncology #Thriver #RuralCancerThriver #EXCELCommunity

Our new ACE-Neuro program include: • 1 on 1 exercise session and group based classes • Health coaching to support unique needs • Online delivery via zoom E-mail  ace@ucalgary.ca  for more info! #ExerciseForCancer #MoveMore #ExerciseOncology

Hear about what a tailored #ExerciseOncology program for neuro-oncology patients looks like from @julia_daun @NCulosReed @L_Capozzi today at 5:00-5:30 PM EDT #ExerciseForCancer #CAPO2021

MSc Dissertation Symposium is complete ✅ A huge thank you again to everyone who liked, shared and participated in my study! All MSc exams are finally over and only one more placement until I am a Physiotherapist 👩🏼‍⚕️🙌🏻 #OBU #StudentPhysio #DissertationSymposium #ExerciseForCancer