Aerobic and Strength Training Exercises

The Specific Effects of Aerobic Exercise

Studies of aerobic exercise regimens ranging from supervised treadmill tests to stationary bike programs three times a week for 10–12 weeks showed that participants experienced (Visovsky & Dvorak, 2005)

• Decreased fat mass; increased lean mass
• Less noticeable symptoms
• Less nausea
• Increased maximal oxygen uptake during exertion (VO2 max)
• Increased functional capacity
• Less depression, anxiety, emotional distress
• Less fatigue.

The Specific Effects of Resistance/Strength Training Exercise

Research in people without cancer demonstrates that strength training (Hacker, 2009)

• Increases muscle mass, strength and endurance
• Improves physical functioning
• Enhances endurance.