Breast Cancer Introduction
Breast Cancer Movement • 1m 4s
All exercises can be performed once you have permission from your doctor and surgeon.
CALMING workouts quiet the nervous system and create mobility. These can be used at all stages. The numbered workouts are progressive, they require more strength and mobility as you go from 1 to 2 or 2 to 3. It's important that 1 is mastered before moving to 2.
HEALING workouts focus on creating healthy movement patterns 6 weeks+ after surgery or during treatment.
RESTORING workouts focus on one muscle group at a time without adding stress to your joints or energy level.
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Breast Cancer Before You Begin Exercise
Before You Get Started
• Give yourself grace! You are not going to start where you were before treatment or surgery.
• MAKE SURE YOU ARE CLEARED BY YOUR SURGEON!
• Start slowly. If you have increased swelling or pain you are doing too much!
• The first 6 weeks focus on range of motion. You will l... -
Calming: Breathing and Meditation
Calming Workouts = slow-paced movement to calm the nervous system. These workouts are great for all seasons.
Healing Workouts = mobility and strength for 6+ weeks post-surgery and beyond. These workouts are best for partial and full mastectomy, once cleared by surgeon.
Restoring Workouts = tradit... -
Calming: Reducing Tension
Calming Workouts = slow-paced movement to calm the nervous system. These workouts are great for all seasons.
Healing Workouts = mobility and strength for 6+ weeks post-surgery and beyond. These workouts are best for partial and full mastectomy, once cleared by surgeon.
Restoring Workouts = tradit...
