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Watch this video to learn about the OncoVie™ Cancer Exercise Specialist training from the first guided session that is part of the Zoom Guided training program with business support. (Exclusively from the Cancer Exercise Training Institute (CETI)). You'll also get an introduction to cancer and the ...
“It felt like a tight string running from my armpit to my inner arm.
Every time I reached for something, it pulled.”
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Axillary web syndrome (AWS), also known as
“cording”, is one of the most common side effects of breast cancer surgery. It frequently follows
p...
One of the questions I’m asked most often by our Cancer Exercise Specialists is: "How can I get more clients, grow my brand, and stand out in my community?"
I want to share something that has made a real difference in my own business: Substack.
What is Substack?
Substack is a powerful email newsl...
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Survivorship Isn’t the End — It’s the Beginning of Recovery
Cancer recovery doesn’t end when the treatment stops. Survivors frequently face persistent functional impairments long after their treatment ends (1). That’s when the real journey begins.Â
“She survived cancer, but couldn’t lift her ar...
Teaching a group exercise class for cancer patients and survivors can be an overwhelming task for the average fitness professional. Even if you have a group of participants that are all relatively the same age and have undergone the exact same treatment and surgical procedures, no two cancer patient...
June is a powerful month in the cancer community. It celebrates resilience through National Cancer Survivor Month and advances in treatment with Cancer Immunotherapy Awareness Month. Together, these observances honor the journeys of survivors while spotlighting the groundbreaking science that’s tran...
Goal:
To reduce modifiable cancer risk through consistent, evidence-informed dietary and physical activity patterns designed for beginners.
Why It Matters
Research indicates that 30–50% of cancers are preventable through healthy lifestyle changes, particularly related to diet, physical activity...
"The body holds trauma. The breath is the key to releasing it."
For individuals navigating the emotional aftershocks of cancer—whether in treatment or recovery—the need for compassionate, holistic support is essential. While medical interventions focus on eradicating disease, healing the nervous sy...
Tricky Treatments
While undergoing treatment for the first time, I did not have a plan for staying active, but I was
lucky enough to make the right choices. Not every cancer patient will be able to maintain an
almost fully active lifestyle like I was, but every cancer patient should strive to be as a...
Recent research in 2025 underscores the critical role of physical activity throughout the cancer journey—from diagnosis and treatment to survivorship. Despite growing evidence of its benefits, many cancer patients remain insufficiently active, potentially missing out on improved outcomes and quality...
