Conversations about exercise, diet, and getting back in shape after breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.
I was diagnosed in September. Started exercising in November by joining a gym . I have been doing treadmill, resistance training and balance exercises. Today I am going to the pool for a fitness class and then meet with trainer for half an hour. I think I feel better mood wise. I too need to lose weight. I need to cut back…
This is going to be a thread for people interested in plant-based diets* or becoming vegan*. Whether it's just a meal or an entire lifestyle, whether you're already there or are just curious and considering how to increase plants in your diets, you're welcome here. If you have a nutritional requirement that you would like…
Exercise May Lower Risk of Breast Cancer Coming Back in Some Women September 5, 2024 A French study found doing just a modest amount of exercise – about 1.5 hours of brisk walking per week – lowered the risk of metastatic recurrence in pre-menopausal women with hormone receptor-negative breast cancer. Read more…
Exercise May Lower Risk of Breast Cancer Coming Back in Some Women Sep 5, 2024 Just 90 minutes of moderate exercise a week seems to reduce the risk of hormone receptor-negative breast cancer coming back as metastatic disease in younger women. Read more…
Metabolic Syndrome May Increase Risk of Death From Breast Cancer Jul 9, 2024 How do obesity and metabolic syndrome affect breast cancer outcomes? Read more…
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As you can see from my bio, I’m stage IV, and for 12 months after my diagnosis I felt terrible; no energy, foggy brain, elevated sugar, putting on weight etc etc. At the beginning of January I decided to go Keto and have had some amazing results. My blood pressure and sugar is back in the normal range, I’ve lost 7K, my…
Cancer Survivors Who Exercise Have Lower Risk of Dying From Any Cause Oct 5, 2023 If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, following national exercise guidelines can extend your life. Read more…
https://www.breastcancer.org/research-news/vigorous-exercise-burst-cuts-cancer-risk
https://www.breastcancer.org/podcast/exercise-medicine
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