Is It Really Possible to Fight Cancer with Exercise?

On the list of many health problems, cancer ranks pretty high. Cancer.org has published research that in 2021, around 1.9 million new cases of cancer were diagnosed in the United States. Additionally, there were approximately 608,570 deaths in the same year due to cancer. Considering that cancer is a disease that affects everyone in different ways, there is no silver bullet to fight cancer.

That said, there are a few things that you can do to prevent yourself from getting cancer or help your body fight the symptoms of this horrible disease. What’s one of the biggest things you can start doing today to help fight cancer? Exercise.

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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than one million people die from cancer each year. However, according to Harvard Health Publications, at least one-third of cancer deaths could have been prevented by physical activity.

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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. It does not treat or diagnose any condition, illness, or disease. Nor does this article supersede any medical advice you’ve gotten from a medical professional. You should always consult with your family doctor before engaging in an exercise program to ensure you are healthy enough to engage in such activity.

Exercise Benefits to Help Fight Cancer

Exercise can be quite a powerful weapon to fight cancer. Yet, people always find an excuse for why they can’t exercise. It’s because they think it’s too hard, don’t have time, do not have the energy, or don’t the fact that it takes mental and physical strength to get through a grueling workout.

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The fact is exercise has many health benefits that you should be paying attention to. Some of these benefits include:

  • Helping to control blood sugar levels as well as blood pressure
  • Improving heart health and muscle strength
  • Helping to prevent Alzheimer’s disease
  • Allowing you to be fit and remain flexible

There are also some benefits of exercise when it comes specifically to fighting cancer, such as:

  • Growth factors that stimulate cell growth are released during a workout
  • It strengthens your immune system
  • It can make you feel good about yourself
  • It releases endorphins that block pain receptors in the brain
  • Losing weight can help patients recover faster after a surgery

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Matt Weik

Matt Weik, BS, CPT, CSCS, CSN, is the Owner and Head Keyboard Banger of Weik Fitness. He is a well-respected, prolific writer with a global following and a self-proclaimed fitness and supplement nerd. Matt’s content has been featured on thousands of websites, 100+ magazines, and he has authored over a dozen published books.