From Andrea Metcalf - The Exercise and Breast Cancer Connection
Oct-08-2013

It's not a coincidence that we walk to raise funds to diagnose, treat and cure breast cancer. Exercising regularly-that includes walking-can help reduce your breast cancer risk and better manage side effects from treatment after you've been diagnosed, research reveals. Here are three reasons to keep on moving.

It protects bones. Results from one study revealed that a twelve-month step-aerobics and circuit-training program helped pre-menopausal women diagnosed with breast cancer prevent bone loss (one of the side effects of treatment). Another study found that strength-training specifically helped reduce lymphedema (swelling of the limbs) in breast cancer survivors. Lifting weights also appeared to be a positive intervention for the bone-loss associated with prostate cancer treatment. Tell your hubby.

It balances hormones. Experts say your exposure to estrogen may contribute to your likelihood of getting breast cancer. Fortunately, exercise lowers estrogen levels. The earlier you start working out, the more opportunity you have to reduce your risk. Encourage your daughters and nieces to play team sports at school and stay active on the weekends!

It manages weight. According to experts, if you are overweight or obese, you may have a higher risk for breast cancer, especially if your weight problem extends into your post-menopausal years. Suddenly, taking a walk after dinner seems more enticing than dessert!

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