Physical Activity
Physical activity can benefit people with cancer. Exercise can improve mood, general health and well being, can reduce the symptoms of fatigue and the risk of developing other long term health conditions. This section provides information about physical activity during and after treatment.
Video Resources...
Exercise (Podcast)
Kate Walsh, Team GB Women’s Hockey Captain reads this podcast produced by The Christie NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester. In it, she talks about the importance of staying active following a cancer diagnosis.
Macmillan Move More campaign
As part of the ‘Move More’ campaign, Macmillan Cancer Support has produced an exercise DVD, specifically for people living with and beyond cancer. You can order the full Move More pack via the Macmillan website, but we’ve posted the video here for you too.
Resistance Training
Dr Liz O’Riordan explaining the importance of resistance training for breast cancer survivors
Online Resources...
Active 10 walking tracker (App Store)
This app will get you into the habit of walking briskly for 10 minutes per day and is free to download from the App Store.
Active 10 walking tracker (Google Play)
This app will get you into the habit of walking briskly for 10 minutes per day and is free to download from Google Play.
Macmillan - Physical Activity and Cancer
Becoming more physically active is a positive change when you are living with or after cancer. Find out how much activity is right for you.
World Cancer Research Fund
Keeping active - it can be hard to keep moving while you are having cancer treatment, but exercise can make you feel better.
Penny Brohn UK
A range of self-care resources where you will find lots of information and practical support to help you feel stronger through cancer, emotionally and physically.
Macmillan
In Your Area is an online directory of cancer support services, self-help and support groups, and fundraising events across the UK. You can also add details of local groups and organisations that may be of interest to others affected by cancer.
Benefits of Exercise
Exercise can reduce your risk of major illnesses, such as coronary heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and cancer and lower your risk of early death by up to 30%. It's free, easy to take, has an immediate effect and you don't need a GP to get some.
Cancer Care Map
To find other services or support on this topic, visit Cancer Care Map and enter your postcode to find what is available near you.