Running and cancer seem like very different events in life. But as a cancer survivor and a runner, both have taught me similar things about myself and about life. Updated September 2, 2022 My name is Patricia Prince and I am many things, including a runner and a cancer survivor. When I started to teach…
Most people don’t enjoy working out on a treadmill, nicknaming it the “dreadmill”. Most prefer to run or walk outdoors or run on a track. However, the treadmill can be a valuable piece of equipment when stuck indoors, such as during inclement weather, or when travelling. Updated November 22, 2021 Have you made a treadmill…
It is very important to eat enough protein. But this isn’t always easy to do. It also isn’t easy to get the right kinds of proteins to support our body. Some proteins are better to eat than others. In this article we will explore how much protein is good to eat and what kinds of…
While it is fun to run in groups, running alone can be the perfect opportunity to practice mindful meditation. We can’t always run with friends. However, a solo run can be a great way to relieve the stress of a busy day. So, if your friends are doing other things, why not lace up your…
Science shows us that running can reduce pain. This is good news for breast cancer survivors, as hormonal treatments can increase pain. Cancer Treatments Can Cause Pain My type of breast cancer grows in the presence of female hormones, estrogen and progesterone. So, my doctors put me on medications to stop my cancer from responding…
Do you want to start running? It is one of the best forms of cardio exercise. There are tremendous health benefits for runners. But where do you start? If you are going from couch to running, then this quick guide will get your started. Let’s go! Benefits of Running Running is such a great way…
Walking can be a great way to get fit and, even, regain your health after an illness. There are many benefits from this low impact form of exercise. And most people are able to walk, so it can be a no-brainer way to workout. Updated September 4, 2022 Running is my passion. But I also…
Are you struggling to find motivation to run or exercise? You are not alone. Let’s look at how we can find our motivation to run and workout. Let’s unleash your inner athlete. Updated September 2, 2022 If you lack motivation to exercise, you aren’t alone Approximately 50% of people starting an exercise program will drop…
Many cancer survivors list chemo brain as one of the side effects of their cancer treatments. But there is hope for sufferers of this chemo fog. Running has been shown in studies to help with this troubling symptom. Cancer Treatments Can Cause Brain Function Impairments Chemo brain is the phrase used for a group of…
Running can help cancer survivors live longer. Aerobic exercise, like running, can lower our risk of cancer recurrence. It can help survivors live longer and better lives. Don’t believe it? Let’s look at some of the evidence. Updated September 2, 2022 Runners Live 3 years Longer than Non-Runners A review published in Progress in Cardiovascular…
The new Canada Food Guide was released in January 2019. It replaced outdated food guidelines that were highly criticized. But how healthy is this new food guide? Let’s explore this from the perspective of a cancer survivor. Before my cancer diagnosis, I was a typical working mother. I worked 2 part-time jobs and was raising…
Stevia is promoted as a natural sweetener in a multitude of products. But is it safe? That answer is complex. Let’s explore if stevia is bad for you or if it is a good sugar substitute. Last Updated November 15, 2020 Let me first say that I am not telling you to not drink or…
Running can be difficult, or even dangerous, in very cold temperatures. Muscles and joints do not function and move well in the cold. The heart has to pump harder and breathing cold air can hurt. Running in snow can be a difficult workout. And hypothermia is a risk. But running outside all year run can…
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