Exercise and activity is criticalduring and after chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation treatments for cancer. Why? Because, for the cancer patient and survivor, rest is notrestorative – the body responds to physical activity in a way that helpscombat fatigue, nausea, stiffness, and a host of other side effects common tocancer treatment. At the sametime, maintaining an active lifestyle isn't just important - it's a way to reducethe risk of cancer recurrence.
Cancer treatment is harsh and can cause nausea, extreme fatigue, joint pain, weight gain, and a host of other side effects. According to multiple clinical studies, exercise may be one of the best things you can do during and after cancer treatment. Our group exercise classes, personal training, and education and support sessions are designed to help patients feel better and regain their vitality.Pacific Cancer Fitness serves cancer patients at all stages of treatment: post-surgery, during chemotherapy and radiation, at completion of treatment, and in survivorship. We offer fitness, education, and support upon the referral of your physician to develop an appropriate and tailored fitness program for you. If you live in the North San Diego County area, give us a call to see how we can help you.