Helping you stay active
Macmillan has partnered with Sport England to launch We Are Undefeatable, a campaign supporting those with long term health conditions to be more active.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle
Keeping active
We can help you keep active when you need to, with tips for getting started and activities near you.
Physical activity after breast cancer treatment
Physical activity after breast cancer treatment
Joy explains how she followed exercises that were tailored to her cancer type and gradually became more active after breast cancer treatment to help with her recovery.
Joy explains how she followed exercises that were tailored to her cancer type and gradually became more active after breast cancer treatment to help with her recovery.
What is physical activity?
Physical activity can have many benefits. There are different ways to be physically active.
Benefits of being active
Keeping active can have a positive impact on your health and wellbeing, and help reduce the side effects of treatment.
How active should I be?
The types of activity you do and for how long will depend on a few things.
Different ways of being active
Try to do a mix of activities to keep active. Each form of exercise has its own benefits.
Health walks
Walking is one of the most popular forms of activity and a great way to keep active. Health walk programmes are available across the UK.
Tips for getting started
It’s important to take care of yourself when you start to be more active. Your healthcare team can give you advice.
Activities near you
There are lots of organisations and websites that can help you find out what activities are available near you.
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