FoundMyFitness #099 The Science of Exercise for Cancer | Kerry Courneya, PhD
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Mar 3, 2025 
Dr. Kerry Courneya, a Professor and leading figure in exercise oncology, discusses how structured exercise transforms cancer care. He emphasizes that exercise isn't just supportive but a vital therapeutic intervention that can improve survival rates. The conversation covers the importance of pre-diagnosis exercise, the benefits of resistance training, and the concept of 'exercise snacks' to combat sedentarism. Courneya also highlights how physical activity can enhance immune function and mitigate treatment side effects, reshaping cancer treatment strategies.
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Top Cancer Prevention Strategies
- Prioritize quitting smoking and addressing obesity for cancer prevention.
- If these don't apply, focus on regular exercise, ideally 150-300 minutes per week.
Exercise Benefits Beyond Weight Loss
- Exercise reduces cancer risk regardless of obesity or smoking status.
- This suggests multiple mechanisms beyond weight management are at play.
Maximize Exercise Intensity
- For cancer prevention, prioritize higher intensity exercise over just light jogging.
- Increasing intensity, frequency, or duration all contribute to greater risk reduction.