Adherence

A 12-week home-based moderate-intensity physical activity intervention delivered via telephone counseling significantly increases total physical activity minutes, moderate-intensity activity, and fitness (walk test performance) in sedentary early-stage breast cancer survivors compared to a contact control group.

If you are a breast cancer survivor who is currently sedentary, you can start a home-based exercise program without needing a gym membership. Start with just 10 minutes of moderate activity (like brisk walking) twice a week. Use a pedometer and a log to track your progress. Over 12 weeks, gradually increase your activity to 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week. You can do this at home, and you can get support through weekly phone calls with a counselor who will help you set goals and overcome barriers. This approach has been shown to improve your fitness, energy levels, and mood.