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Breast cancer: effectiveness of a one-year unsupervised exercise program
Gabriele Mascherini1, Benedetta Tosi2, Chiara Giannelli2
1Unit of Sport and Exercise Medicine, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Florence, Florence, Italy - e.mascherini@unifi.it.
The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness
|March 3, 2018
Summary
A home-based exercise program improved body composition and reduced BMI in overweight breast cancer survivors. This unsupervised approach demonstrated long-term effectiveness and good patient compliance for lifestyle change.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Exercise Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Breast cancer survivors are increasing due to improved treatments.
- Sedentary behavior is a risk factor for cancer and its recurrence.
- Effective long-term physical activity strategies are needed for cancer patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the long-term effectiveness of a home-based program for active lifestyle change.
- To evaluate the impact of unsupervised exercise on overweight breast cancer survivors.
Main Methods:
- 43 overweight breast cancer survivors participated.
- Evaluated physical activity, aerobic capacity (6-Minute Walking Test), flexibility, strength, and body composition.
- Measurements were repeated six times over one year of unsupervised exercise.
Main Results:
- Significant reduction in Body Mass Index (BMI) and skinfold thickness observed.
- Maintained cell mass throughout the study.
- Improved lower limb muscle fitness and reduced diastolic blood pressure post-exercise.
Conclusions:
- Physical activity is crucial for cancer patients.
- Prescribing unsupervised exercise ensures optimal compliance.
- This model supports long-term therapeutic efficacy in breast cancer survivors.
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