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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...
Exercise isn’t just safe for people with cancer—it’s therapeutic. But despite its proven benefits, most patients face emotional, physical, logistical, or psychological obstacles that stop them from moving. The good news? These barriers can be addressed with the right tools, support, and mindset.
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Andrea Leonard
President, Founder CETI
Andrea is a 41-year cancer survivor. She has written 17 books on the subject of cancer and exercise, and developed the first version of the OncoVieā„¢ Cancer Exercise Specialist course in 2004. The course is updated every 1-2 years and has trained over 18,000 specialists worldwide since 2004.
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