Rebuilding Your Strength: Exercising After a Mastectomy
JC JC

Rebuilding Your Strength: Exercising After a Mastectomy

In this conversation, JC, a clinical exercise physiologist and cancer exercise specialist, discusses the importance of structured exercise after a mastectomy. He outlines the different phases of recovery, including the recovery phase, rebuilding phase, and building phase, emphasizing the need for gradual progression in strength and mobility. JC also addresses common concerns about returning to normal activities and the mental challenges faced by cancer survivors. He encourages listeners to seek guidance and support throughout their recovery journey.

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How to return back to normal after cancer
JC JC

How to return back to normal after cancer

In this conversation, JC, a clinical exercise physiologist and cancer exercise specialist, discusses the challenges cancer survivors face in returning to normalcy post-treatment, particularly focusing on fatigue management and the importance of individualized exercise plans. He emphasizes that many survivors feel unmotivated not due to laziness but because they lack proper guidance. JC provides practical advice on how to approach exercise based on varying levels of fatigue and highlights the significance of maintaining movement during severe fatigue. He concludes by setting realistic expectations for recovery and offering resources for further support.

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Navigating Exercise During Cancer Treatment: Tips for Managing Nausea, Fatigue, and Body Aches
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Navigating Exercise During Cancer Treatment: Tips for Managing Nausea, Fatigue, and Body Aches

In this episode, JC, a clinical exercise physiologist and cancer exercise specialist, discusses how to exercise effectively during chemotherapy, particularly when dealing with nausea, fatigue, and body aches. He emphasizes the importance of targeted exercises, particularly walking, to alleviate symptoms and improve overall health. The conversation covers various forms of exercise, including strength training and warm-up techniques, while providing practical advice for cancer patients to stay active and manage their symptoms.

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Rebuilding Strength: The Essential Guide to Exercising After Cancer
JC JC

Rebuilding Strength: The Essential Guide to Exercising After Cancer

In this conversation, JC, a clinical exercise physiologist and cancer exercise specialist, discusses the importance of exercise for cancer survivors. He emphasizes the need for individualized routines, the significance of warm-ups, and the core movement patterns essential for recovery. JC provides a structured approach to creating effective workout routines while considering the unique limitations of each individual. He also offers resources for those looking to implement these strategies in their fitness journey.

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Empowering Survivors: My Journey into Cancer Exercise
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Empowering Survivors: My Journey into Cancer Exercise

In this conversation, JC, a clinical exercise physiologist and cancer exercise specialist, shares his journey into helping cancer survivors through exercise. He discusses the unique challenges faced by cancer patients in maintaining physical activity and the importance of personalized exercise plans tailored to their needs. JC emphasizes the transformative power of exercise as a vehicle for achieving meaningful life goals and highlights the accessibility and affordability of online coaching for cancer survivors. He also addresses the prevalence of misinformation in the fitness industry and the need for qualified professionals in the field.

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Build Your Ideal Home Gym for 2026: Essential Equipment and Tips
JC JC

Build Your Ideal Home Gym for 2026: Essential Equipment and Tips

In this conversation, JC, a clinical exercise physiologist and cancer exercise specialist, discusses how to build a home gym for less than <$300 USD. Everything is easy to get delivered straight to your home. You will get the home gym essentials to build muscle strength and mass and you will get the best gym equipment to buy to help you reach your goals in 2026.

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Exercising with an Ostomy Bag: A Comprehensive Guide to Safe and Effective Workouts
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Exercising with an Ostomy Bag: A Comprehensive Guide to Safe and Effective Workouts

In this conversation, JC, a clinical exercise physiologist and cancer exercise specialist, discusses how individuals with an ostomy bag can safely exercise. He emphasizes the importance of adapting exercises to avoid pressure on the abdomen, strengthening the core to prevent hernias, and using proper breathing techniques. JC also highlights the significance of movement control, bracing techniques for safety, and selecting exercises that are comfortable and safe for individuals with an ostomy bag.

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Overcoming Exercise Fears
JC JC

Overcoming Exercise Fears

Summary

In this episode, JC, a clinical exercise physiologist and cancer exercise specialist, discusses the importance of exercise for cancer survivors, addressing common fears and myths surrounding exercise during and after treatment. He emphasizes the validity of these fears while providing guidance on safe exercise practices, including how to manage concerns related to surgical sites and ports. JC outlines a structured approach to gradually introduce exercise, starting with walking and mobility, and highlights the significance of personalized exercise plans tailored to individual needs. The episode concludes with practical tips for overcoming barriers to exercise and resources for further support.

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