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Tips for cancer survivors to start exercising after treatment

These expert tips can help one regain strength and vigour bit-by-bit after undergoing chemotherapy or radiation for cancer treatment.

Written by Debjani Arora | Published : February 14, 2018 7:27 PM IST

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Exercise Tips After Cancer

It is important for a cancer survivor to make healthy lifestyle choices and one of the ways to do it is by taking up exercise seriously, of course, after your doctor has given the green signal. There are many dos and don’ts that need to be followed by a cancer survivor, and therefore, exercises should be done under supervision. Checking various parameters like heart rate, saturation of oxygen and blood pressure is essential during the exercises. Here Dr Nilesh Makwana, Director & consulting physiotherapist, Muscle N Mind Physiotherapy Centre gives some tips on how to exercise after treatment.

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Inquire About Their Educational History

Since they work with customers in various contexts, trainers and instructors need an associate's or bachelor's degree in the health and fitness industry. Therefore, before enrolling in any online fitness programme, find out what qualifications and education a fitness trainer must have. Please also verify the credentials of any potential trainers.

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Use Resistance Bands

Don’t try to lift heavy weights, keep is light. Do it either with resistance bands or light weights. Include a lot of stretches in your program to ensure that your muscles don’t sore or you don’t suffer from cramps.  Also Read - Tuberculosis in eyes: Early symptoms and when to seek help

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Warm-Up And Cool Down

Always start your exercise session with a brief warm-up to prepare your muscles and heart for more vigorous activity. Cool down with a few minutes of light activity and stretching to lower your heart rate and prevent injury gradually.

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Don't Stress Yourself

Exercise as much as you are able to. Don’t push yourself; take rest if your body needs it. Listen to your body.