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Third Space, in London’s Soho – believes the new advice is remarkably sensible, particularly in terms of psychological wellbeing: “When you exercise you breathe better, use muscle, promote blood fl ow, build up the immune system – all of which is important during a fi ght against cancer. The decision to exercise also refl ects a health-giving mindset.” For fi tness industry professionals, the
call to exercise may seem logical, but until now those in treatment have often been encouraged to put their feet up. A recent Macmillan survey of 400 UK health professionals showed that one in 10 doctors and nurses still believe it is more important to encourage patients to rest rather than undertake physical activity. The same survey indicated that more than half know little or nothing
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Opinion varies about which types of exercise are suitable for particular cancer patients
about the benefi ts of exercise, while only six per cent talk to all their cancer patients about being more active. Then there are the scientists who argue
that it’s impossible to prove that exercise could be a major underlying cause behind improved recovery rates. There are certainly going to be challenges in communicating the message that sufferers need to move more during treatment, building up to two-and-a-half to three hours of vigorous exercise a week. Not surprisingly, opinion varies as
to which types of exercise are suitable, especially as cancers create strains on different parts of the body. “Whole body,
aerobic exercise such as brisk walking, jogging, cycling or swimming is good for individuals because of the metabolic and psychological effects, while gentle resistance training and stretching is also helpful,” comments Dr Sarah Dauncey, medical director at Nuffi eld Health Wellbeing. “The type of cancer and previous medical interventions may affect the exercise prescription given, however. For example, radiotherapy and chemotherapy can affect the way the heart and lungs work, while other interventions can compromise the immune system or bone health, all of which needs to be factored in.” Meanwhile Asher points out that
vigorous, not violent, exercise should be advised to avoid sudden pulling/jarring of the body. “Pilates, swimming, cycling, tai
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