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Top 10 Research Questions Related to Physical Activity and Cancer Survivorship
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Courneya, Kerry S.; Rogers, Laura Q.; Campbell, Kristin L.; Vallance, Jeff K.; Friedenreich, Christine M. – Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 2015
In the United States, there are more than 14 million cancer survivors. Many of these survivors have been treated with multimodal therapy including surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapies. These therapies improve survival; however, they also cause acute and chronic side effects that can undermine health and quality of life.…
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Cancer, Health Related Fitness, Exercise Physiology
Exercise Preference Patterns, Resources, and Environment among Rural Breast Cancer Survivors
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Rogers, Laura Q.; Markwell, Stephen J.; Courneya, Kerry S.; McAuley, Edward; Verhulst, Steven – Journal of Rural Health, 2009
Context: Rural breast cancer survivors may be at increased risk for inadequate exercise participation. Purpose: To determine for rural breast cancer survivors: (1) exercise preference "patterns," (2) exercise resources and associated factors, and (3) exercise environment. Methods: A mail survey was sent to rural breast cancer survivors identified…
Descriptors: Health Education, Crime, Self Efficacy, Cancer
Development and Evaluation of a Theory-Based Physical Activity Guidebook for Breast Cancer Survivors
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Vallance, Jeffrey K.; Courneya, Kerry S.; Taylor, Lorian M.; Plotnikoff, Ronald C.; Mackey, John R. – Health Education & Behavior, 2008
This study's objective was to develop and evaluate the suitability and appropriateness of a theory-based physical activity (PA) guidebook for breast cancer survivors. Guidebook content was constructed based on the theory of planned behavior (TPB) using salient exercise beliefs identified by breast cancer survivors in previous research. Expert…
Descriptors: Health Education, Physical Activities, Cancer, Exercise Physiology
Exercise for Breast Cancer Survivors: Research Evidence and Clinical Guidelines.
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Courneya, Kerry S.; Mackey, John R.; McKenzie, Donald C. – Physician and Sportsmedicine, 2002
Exercise can significantly benefit breast cancer survivors during and after treatment. Moderate intensity aerobic exercise as well as resistance training are important. Psychological health is optimized by enjoyable exercise that develops new skills, incorporates social interaction, and occurs in a stimulating environment. Several conditions…
Descriptors: Aerobics, Exercise Physiology, Females, Health Promotion
Coping with Cancer. Can Exercise Help?
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Courneya, Kerry S.; Mackey, John R.; Jones, Lee W. – Physician and Sportsmedicine, 2000
Exercise can positively affect a broad range of quality of life parameters in people with cancer. The general exercise prescription is moderate-intensity exercise 3-5 days per week. Conditions that warrant prescription modification include fatigue during treatment, acute or chronic physical impairments, and presence of bone cancer. Research…
Descriptors: Cancer, Coping, Exercise Physiology, Fatigue (Biology)
Validating Motivational Readiness for Exercise Behavior with Adolescents.
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Lee, Rebecca E.; Nigg, Claudio R.; DiClemente, Carlo C.; Courneya, Kerry S. – Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 2001
Two studies assessed stage of motivational readiness and reported exercise behavior among North American high school and college students. Findings from both studies supported the underlying hypothesis that greater motivational readiness is associated with greater behavioral involvement. Results support the validity of the staging framework for…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Behavior Change, Exercise, Foreign Countries