Physical activity A future standard in cancer therapy
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This letter emphasizes the importance of physical activity as a key component of cancer therapy, in line with ESMO guidelines. It highlights the work of Outdoor Against Cancer (OAC) in promoting exercise for cancer patients. It showcases the 4x4 interval training developed by Ph.D. Rudolfs Ceseiko, designed to enhance physical and mental well-being in cancer patients, and supported by recent studies. Petra Thaller shares her personal experience and the motivation behind founding OAC, which develops tailored exercise programs. The letter concludes that integrating physical activity into cancer therapy is essential and can significantly improve treatment outcomes.
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