Cancer Recovery Prescription—Exercise
Janet Rubin was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009 and soon after underwent a bilateral mastectomy. She then had TRAM flap...
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Nancy Litterman Howe MS, CES
Nov 21, 2019
Is Cancer Rehabilitation a Good Option for You? It’s Never Too Late to Ask for a Referral
Many patients with cancer and cancer survivors suffer from pain and impaired functioning as a result of cancer treatment, even years...
Carol Michaels Fitness
Jul 22, 2018
Cancer Exercise Classes in New Jersey and New York
The Recovery Fitness® cancer exercise program fills a gap in the health care system. My program teaches patients how to exercise properly...
Carol Michaels
Jul 7, 2018
Get Up. Get Motivated. Get Active
Advice from, Carol Michaels, a cancer exercise expert on how to stay active during and after cancer treatment
Carol Michaels
Jul 1, 2015
The Role of Exercise in a Survivorship Plan
There are numerous issues that need to be covered in a survivorship plan. I will focus on physical activity. Exercise is an important...
Carol Michaels
Jun 25, 2015
Nine Reasons To Make Fitness Part Of Your Cancer Recovery Plan
Exercise is an essential component of the cancer recovery process. After surgery, it is important to build strength and flexibility in...
Carol Michaels
May 23, 2015
Small Group Training for Cancer Survivors
I have been a fitness professional and cancer exercise specialist for 20 years. One the the best ways to help someone feel better during...
Carol Michaels
May 13, 2015
Why Core Strength Is Important For Cancer Survivors
A weak core in a cancer survivor can lead to further health issues such as poor balance and poor posture. Balance issues can develop due...
Carol Michaels
Apr 15, 2015
The Effect of Breast Cancer Surgery and Treatments on Cancer Survivors' Balance
The breast cancer survivor’s balance can suffer after surgical procedures. We find this to be especially acute with the TRAM flap...
Carol Michaels
Mar 10, 2015
Balance Training After Cancer
Balance exercises will help you regain function and mobility for activities of daily living and are a key component for recovery after...
Carol Michaels
Oct 18, 2014
Women with Breast Cancer are Not Meeting Exercise Guidelines
Exercise is thought to lower the risk of other diseases among breast cancer survivors, increase their overall quality of life and reduce...
Tara Heath
Sep 22, 2014
Reducing Infection Risk During Treatment
Low Immunity? Reduce Infection Risk During Your Treatment Cancer treatment can make your immune system work incredibly hard, and with...
Carol Michaels
Jul 1, 2014
Benefits of Using an Exercise DVD
1. Fewer distractions. 2. Better concentration on technique. 3. No one is watching – not self-conscious 4. Allows the mind to relax. 5....
Carol Michaels
May 1, 2014
Exercises for Cancer Survivors
Cancer survivors always have questions about exercise. Which exercises should I be doing and which should I avoid? Can I exercise...
Carol Michaels
Sep 5, 2013
Healthy Eating and Exercise can Decrease Biomarkers
A pair of Yale Cancer Center interventional studies involving breast cancer survivors found that lifestyle changes in the form of healthy...
Carol Michaels
Oct 2, 2012
When To Start A Cancer Exercise Program
When can you start a exercise program after having cancer surgery and treatments? You should start stretching exercises as soon as you...
Carol Michaels
Jul 31, 2012
Introduction to the Recovery Fitness Cancer Exercise Program
During my 16 year experience as a fitness professional and cancer exercise specialist, I have worked with hundreds of cancer patients and...
Carol Michaels
Jul 18, 2012
Cancer Survivors Need To Exercise To Improve Posture
Cancer surgery and treatments can affect posture in cancer survivors. Studies have shown that if you have breast cancer surgery and...
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