Exercise is safe and effective for the management of cancer
People who exercise regularly following a cancer diagnosis experience fewer and less severe side effects and tolerate treatment better
WHEN TO EXERCISE
Strong research evidence shows that exercise is beneficial and important throughout the cancer continuum — before, during and after treatment
Before treatment
Prehabilitation prepares the patient physically and mentally for cancer treatment. Being fit before treatment can lead to better outcomes.
Benefits
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Improves physical fitness
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Lowers risk of complications
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Reduces anxiety
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Enhances recovery
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Reduces time spent in hospital
Our tailored prehab exercise programs help optimise strength, fitness, and resilience before surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation.
During treatment
Exercise might be the last thing on your mind during cancer treatment but research shows it can help.
Benefits
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Minimises side effects
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Reduces physical decline
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Improves treatment tolerance
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Enhances treatment effectiveness
We factor the type of treatment, side-effects and physical capacity into our exercise prescription. We closely monitor your symptoms during each session and modify your program to ensure the exercises are safe and manageable.
After treatment
Post-treatment exercise helps patients regain strength and function while managing any lingering side effects.
Benefits
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Restores cardiovascular and muscular fitness
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Improves balance and flexibility
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Reduces recurrence risk
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Supports long-term wellbeing
Return to 'normal', getting back to work and managing long-term treatment-related side effects are some of our exercise goals post cancer treatment.
Exercise can help manage side effects
Fatigue
Regular exercise increases energy levels
Lymphoedema
Progressive resistance exercise helps improve lymphatic flow and reduces swelling
Neuropathy
Balance, strength, and mobility exercises reduce numbness, tingling and instability caused by nerve damage
Bone loss
Targeted resistance and impact exercise helps improve bone density and reduces fracture risk
Brain fog
Exercise enhances cognitive function and mental clarity