Articles about cancer,
exercise and
healthy habits.
Practical, evidence-based information on oncological physiotherapy, therapeutic exercise and healthy habits
during and after cancer treatment: strength, fatigue, pain, mobility, sleep and recovery.
Is it safe to exercise during chemotherapy or should I wait until it ends?
Starting exercise during chemotherapy is not only safe. It can also help combat toxicity and preserve your physical capacity.
Can exercise slow tumour growth? What does science say?
Exercise can mobilise the immune system’s guardian cells and change the body’s internal environment to make things harder for the tumour.
Why complete rest is no longer the best advice if you have cancer
For years, rest was routinely recommended during cancer. Today we know that adapted exercise can help the body cope better with the process.
Why did I get cancer if there’s no history of cancer in my family?
Genetics play a role, but our environment and lifestyle also matter a great deal. Understanding this helps us regain room for action during the process.
Does exercise help if I have cancer? This is what science says
Physical exercise is not an extra: it is a biological intervention that can help you tolerate treatment better and reduce side effects.
Why are more young people getting cancer? What is happening?
SEOM’s 2026 data point to an increase in cancer diagnoses before the age of 65. We look at the factors that may be behind this and how exercise can help during the process.
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