Hi Humblevoice,
I too enjoyed exercise, including weight training at the gym, for many years before my cancer diagnosis. During chemo and after surgery, the most I could manage was a daily walk and even that was a huge effort, but it made me feel better. A week after my last chemo round, I was back at the gym, and now, 2 years on, I am back to doing nearly as much as before the diagnosis and treatment. Mind you, I am now 58 yrs so have to contend with ageing effects as well! I love it that you are challenging your body and it is responding positively!! Keep going and ensure you keep strong - it not only helps physically, but psychologically as well. The doubters and critics are only voicing their own insecurities and if you have never been working out at the level you had, it is hard to understand the empowerment. So, there are many of us out there doing just what you are - although maybe not at your level - that are cheering you on.
Take care,
Alison
