Will Exercise Make Lymphedema Worse?
If you’ve had lymph nodes removed or radiation after breast cancer, the fear of lymphedema can make exercise feel risky. Many survivors worry that lifting weights, doing resistance training, or even simple arm movements could trigger swelling or make it worse. The truth is, exercise does not automatically cause lymphedema, and, in fact, it can be one of the best tools to manage your risk when done safely.
How to Exercise with a Chemo Port
how to exercise safely with a chemo port in during chemotherapy
Weight Lifting after Cancer 101
Discover how cancer survivors can safely start weight lifting to rebuild strength, reduce fatigue, and boost recovery. Learn expert tips, beginner workouts, and evidence-based benefits of resistance training after cancer.
🏡 How to Build a Home Gym on a Budget After Cancer: The Ultimate Guide (2025)
How to build a home gym without machines on a budget after cancer
Top 5 Best Protein Snacks for Cancer Survivors: Nourish & Rebuild
Discover the top 5 best protein snacks for cancer survivors to support recovery, boost energy, and maintain muscle mass with nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory foods.
Does creatine help build muscle in cancer survivors?
Should cancer survivors take creatine to build muscle? Creatine has been shown to build muscle and strength, but little is known on the effects of creatine on cancer survivors.
The healthiest food at McDonalds’s for cancer survivors
The healthiest food to eat at McDonald’s is the items on the menu that have the lowest calories, least sodium, and most protein. Learn which items are the healthiest in the McDonalds menu.
Chemo brain: what is it & how do you overcome it?
"Chemo brain" is a term used to describe the memory and thinking problems that people sometimes have after chemotherapy. Exercise can be very effective in managing and reducing the effects of chemo brain.
Can I exercise after a cancer diagnosis?
Exercising after a cancer diagnosis can be scary, but the right cancer exercise specialist will help safely guide you through exercise after a diagnosis.
Prehabilitation: improves your Cancer survival and Lowers Surgery Complications
Prehabilitation (or "prehab") is a proactive approach to cancer care that reduces treatment side effects and improves cancer survival through exercise.
Overcoming Cancer Fatigue Through Exercise: Comprehensive Guide
Overcoming cancer-related fatigue through exercise is most effective. Overcome cancer fatigue with step-by-step practices from a cancer exercise specialist.
Comprehensive exercise guide for breast cancer & lymphedema management
Your complete breast cancer exercise guide for lymphedema management. What are the best exercises to do, what to avoid, and expert advice on weight training.
4 Things to know about starting weightlifting after cancer
Weightlifting after cancer as a beginner can be daunting, but there are 4 things you need to know about creating your cancer exercise routine.
Can I lift weights after lymph node removal?
Around 30% of cancer survivors get their lymph nodes removed, but is it safe to lift weight after getting your lymph node removal? And is it beneficial?
How to exercise when cancer fatigue hits
While exercise has been demonstrated to have many benefits, fatigue is the biggest barrier preventing many cancer survivors from exercising.
How to get enough protein & not increase your risk of cancer
Protein is essential for recovery. But what about protein sources and their relation to cancer? Learn to get protein without increasing your risk of cancer.
Top 3 habits to increase your energy after cancer
Much of cancer fatigue is related to different toxins in the body. To overcome this, you want to focus on what you eat, how you move, and when you rest.
How to get fit after cancer and cancer treatments
Getting fit after cancer and cancer treatment requires effort, but survivors can get fit and reduce fatigue by exercising just a few minutes each day.
What you should eat during cancer treatment
What to eat during cancer treatment to reduce cancer, fight off cancer, and reduce fatigue and sickness.
The best at-home exercises for leg lymphedema
How to reduce leg lymphedema at home. The old advice of avoiding strenuous, repetitive motion is outdated. Exercise is the new tool to reduce swelling, improve lymphatic stimulation, and strengthen your legs.
