Man, it's definitely been a long time since I posted last. I decided to come back to you my adoring 5 fans...lol anyway recently a young lady by the name of Melanie Bowen contacted me wishing to share some information about the relationship between exercise and cancer. I was more than happy to allow the guest posting as I am a huge proponent of physical health translating to medical health. With that said, here's the piece she wrote:
"Exercise and Cancer: Why It is Important
If you have any type of cancer, including mesothelioma, you may want to consider speaking with your physician about an exercise program. The exercises you participate in will aid how you feel and recover. Exercise can help you to feel less fatigued, decrease recovery times, and improve a patient’s outlook on life. When quality of life is improved, patients will feel more confident about their recovery process. Here are some of the most important benefits of exercise for cancer patients:
Maintaining weight
Some cancer patients may lose weight during cancer treatment. Exercise can help to maintain weight at an appropriate level. Weight loss can inhibit recovery by reducing the body’s energy levels and affecting the immune system. On the other side, exercise can help those who are overweight, to shed a few pounds. Diabetes and heart disease are more common in overweight patients, and these conditions can complicate recovery. Some patients should exercise to increase weight loss and improve prognosis.
Improved Energy Levels
Many people feel more energetic after exercising. When people have improved energy levels, they are in better moods and are more receptive to treatment. Improved mood is due to endorphins released into the body. With endorphins, patients are more likely to heal faster. People who want to feel better during treatment should consider exercise.
Improved Quality of Life
When you are stronger and have more energy, you can continue to do what you normally do. You can play with your kids, take a walk, garden, or ride a bike if you exercise frequently. With an improved quality of life, you will feel more integrated into your life and society. This will improve your chances of survival. Work with a physician to determine how much exercise you can safely do in order to improve your prognosis. Every patient will receive a different exercise regimen based upon previous conditions but the goal of the exercise will be the same.
Physical Fitness is Essential to Recovery
If you have any type of cancer, including mesothelioma, you may want to consider speaking with your physician about an exercise program. The exercises you participate in will aid how you feel and recover. Exercise can help you to feel less fatigued, decrease recovery times, and improve a patient’s outlook on life. When quality of life is improved, patients will feel more confident about their recovery process. Here are some of the most important benefits of exercise for cancer patients:
Maintaining weight
Some cancer patients may lose weight during cancer treatment. Exercise can help to maintain weight at an appropriate level. Weight loss can inhibit recovery by reducing the body’s energy levels and affecting the immune system. On the other side, exercise can help those who are overweight, to shed a few pounds. Diabetes and heart disease are more common in overweight patients, and these conditions can complicate recovery. Some patients should exercise to increase weight loss and improve prognosis.
Improved Energy Levels
Many people feel more energetic after exercising. When people have improved energy levels, they are in better moods and are more receptive to treatment. Improved mood is due to endorphins released into the body. With endorphins, patients are more likely to heal faster. People who want to feel better during treatment should consider exercise.
Improved Quality of Life
When you are stronger and have more energy, you can continue to do what you normally do. You can play with your kids, take a walk, garden, or ride a bike if you exercise frequently. With an improved quality of life, you will feel more integrated into your life and society. This will improve your chances of survival. Work with a physician to determine how much exercise you can safely do in order to improve your prognosis. Every patient will receive a different exercise regimen based upon previous conditions but the goal of the exercise will be the same.
Physical Fitness is Essential to Recovery
If you want to recover faster from cancer, you must remain physically fit. Most people underestimate the power of exercise, but more studies show that patients who exercise are more likely to recover faster. Even an hour per week is enough exercise to improve prognosis. Speak with your physician about devising your exercise regimen."
I'm honored to have been asked to share someone else's information so a special thanks goes out to Melanie for that. Share your thoughts and opinions please but dont say anything stupid cuz I'll slap you. Lastly, always remember, if it doesn't challenge you, it doesn't change you.
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