Exercising Through Cancer Treatment

June 29, 2023 00:27:33
Exercising Through Cancer Treatment
Campfires of Hope: Stories of Cancer
Exercising Through Cancer Treatment

Jun 29 2023 | 00:27:33

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Show Notes

Nicole Gleason and Jared Scorsone are both part of the training team at BFitBWell, a cancer exercise program offered by the University of Colorado Cancer Center. They detail how the program works and how it improves strength, stamina, and quality of life for cancer patients during and shortly after treatment. In addition, they describe the mental and emotional benefits that exercise can have, including having a sense of control over one’s own health.

When asked where someone newer to exercise should start, Nicole and Jared advise, “Start small. Something is better than nothing, even if it’s just walking for a couple of minutes. Find something you enjoy. Consistency is key.”

Learn more about the BFitBWell program: 

https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/colorado-cancer-center/for-patients-families/supportive-care/bfitbwell-cancer-exercise-program

Epic Experience offers free access to virtual Low Impact Training to the cancer community:

www.epicexperience.org/exercise-programs

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