Your Best Defense Against Cancer? Find Out Here!

How are those New Year’s fitness resolutions coming along?

January often starts strong, but by the second or third week, motivation can waver.

If you’re feeling the struggle, here’s another reason to lace up your sneakers—it’s about more than your waistline.

New research shows that regular exercise could play a key role in reducing the risk of cancer progression and death.

Let’s take a look…

A large study conducted in South Africa examined how physical activity levels before a cancer diagnosis affected outcomes. Here’s what researchers discovered:

• People who exercised for at least 1 hour a week before their cancer diagnosis were 27% less likely to experience cancer progression and 47% less likely to die from any cause compared to those who didn’t exercise at all.
• Even those with low physical activity (1-59 minutes per week) saw a 16% reduction in cancer progression risk and a 33% decrease in the risk of death.
• Two years after diagnosis, people who exercised more had an 80% chance of avoiding cancer progression, compared to 74% for those who didn’t.

The benefits of exercise aren’t just a lucky coincidence. Here’s how it works:

• Boosted Immune Function: Physical activity enhances your body’s ability to fight disease by strengthening your immune system.
• Improved Circulation: Better blood flow helps deliver nutrients and oxygen to cells, supporting overall health.
• Reduced Inflammation: Regular movement decreases inflammation, a key factor in cancer progression.
• Hormone Regulation: Exercise can balance hormones like insulin and estrogen, which may play roles in cancer growth.

The study also highlighted that even small amounts of exercise make a difference.

While moderate-to-high activity showed the greatest benefits, every bit of movement helps. Walking around the block, taking the stairs, or even gardening can add up to big health rewards.

If you’re looking for ways to stay active, start small. Begin with a 10-minute walk and gradually increase your time.

Light resistance exercises also can improve muscle tone and support bone health. Activities like swimming or yoga are gentle on the joints while still providing health benefits.

The connection between exercise and cancer progression reminds us that staying active is an investment in our future. It’s never too late to start moving, and even small efforts can lead to life-changing results!

So, whether you’re hitting the gym, dancing in the kitchen, or simply enjoying a walk in the park, remember: every step matters—for your waistline, your heart, and maybe even your fight against cancer.

To staying active—for life’s best moments yet to come,

Rachel Mace
Managing Editorial Director, e-Alert
with contributions from the research team

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Sources:

Freeborn, J. (2025, January 12). Exercise may help stop cancer progression, lower death risk. Medicalnewstoday.com; Medical News Today. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/exercise-may-help-stop-cancer-progression-lower-death-risk