RESOURCES
Move More, Feel Stronger: Exercise Resources for Cancer Adventurers
This page brings together trusted, cancer‑specific resources so you can learn about exercise recommendations and find support that fits your life, your energy, and your goals
Why exercise matters in cancer care
Research shows that regular physical activity can






Reduce treatment side effects

Fatigue, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and treatment‑related weight changes can all improve with the right kind of movement


Support long‑term health and survival

Studies in breast, colorectal, and other cancers show that being active after diagnosis is linked with better outcomes and lower risk of recurrence


Boost strength, balance, and independence

Exercise helps rebuild muscle, protect bones, and make everyday activities feel easier and safer

Getting started safely
Before you begin or change your exercise routine




Talk with your oncology team

about any precautions (for example: bone metastases, low blood counts, neuropathy, surgical restrictions, ostomies, or heart issues)


Start low and go slow

Even a few minutes of gentle walking, stretching, or light strength work is a meaningful start


Listen to your body, not your inner critic

Some days will be easier than others; consistency over time matters more than perfection

You don’t have to do this alone and you don’t have to figure it out from scratch. The resources below are here to help!
Get Me Back UK
  • What it is: Online classes and support from certified cancer exercise specialists.
  • What they offer: Live and recorded sessions tailored for people during and after treatment.
OncoloFit
  • What it is: One‑on‑one online fitness coaching with a clinical exercise physiologist and cancer exercise specialist
  • What they offer: Fully individualized exercise plans that adapt to your treatment, side effects, and goals.
Maple Tree Cancer Alliance
  • What it is: A cancer‑focused exercise organization with both in‑person and virtual options.
  • What they offer: Exercise consultations, on‑demand videos, and individualized exercise sessions, plus resources on nutrition and lifestyle.
One‑on‑one and small‑group exercise support
Get personal help from experts
Website
Instagram
Instagram
Instagram
Website
Website
Cancer rehabilitation or oncology physical therapy in your hospital system
Programs like ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation (in select regions in the USA)
Local physical therapists with oncology training
Rehabilitation and clinical style support
If you’re dealing with pain, weakness, balance issues, or complex medical needs, cancer rehabilitation may be a good fit. Ask your oncology team about:
These professionals can help you safely rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence
Learn more about exercise and cancer
Easy to read overviews
Brevity is the soul of wit
Podcasts
Learn while you walk
Webinars for a deeper dive
Do more than get your feet wet
NIH: Physical Activity and Cancer (U.S. National Cancer Institute)
How physical activity affects cancer risk and outcomes, plus practical recommendations
Effects of Exercise on Health Related Outcomes in Those With Cancer
A visual overview of how exercise affects fatigue, mood, fitness, and quality of life in people with cancer
Safe exercise during treatment, fatigue, strength training, and more, written in patient‑friendly language
OncoLink – Exercise & Cancer
Easy-to-read overviews
Website
Infographic
Website
The People’s Pharmacy
Show 1141: “How exercise can help cancer patients survive and thrive”
Dr. Jeffery Courneya discusses the CHALLENGE trial, which showed that a structured exercise program after chemotherapy improved disease free survival and reduced recurrence and death in people with stage II–III colon cancer
Cancer Nutrition HQ Podcast
Blends nutrition and lifestyle guidance from a board‑certified oncology dietitian, including how food and movement work together during and after treatment
Practical guidance on beginning strength training after cancer, with a survivor turned exercise specialist
The Menopause and Cancer Podcast
Episode 156: “How to start strength training after cancer: safe & effective workouts”
Podcasts
Learn while you walk
Spotify
Apple
Spotify
Apple
How different types and doses of exercise can help with anxiety, fatigue, sleep, and bone health (especially relevant for people on hormone therapies)
Episode 142: “Exercise solutions: what really works for menopause symptoms”
Spotify
Apple
Spotify
Apple
Inside Exercise
“Exercise and cancer with Dr Kathryn Schmitz”
Dr. Schmitz explains why exercise is not just safe but powerfully beneficial during and after treatment, and why it should be part of standard cancer care
Spotify
Apple
A deep dive into how exercise can influence tumor biology, treatment tolerance, immune function, and survival
FoundMyFitness
#099: “The science of exercise for cancer with Kerry Courneya, PhD”
Spotify
Apple
International Society of Exercise Oncology Webinars
What it is: Recorded talks from leading experts on specific topics in cancer and exercise

Who it’s for: Patients who like detail, caregivers, and health professionals who want to understand the science more deeply
Webinars
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