Well said! I too have been bombarded by the "take it easy" and "listen to your body" messages (not here but every where). I've continued to workout daily throughout the last six months of chemo. It's been a lifesaver for me. Physically and mentally.
My Oncologist told me at our first meeting "you are not sick, you are not a sick person, you just have to go through this difficult treatment. Keep doing the things you normally do, the things that make you you. When people tell you to take it easy, don't listen." Sadly, the chemo nurses did not get the message. I was constantly asked about my workouts and advised to "cut back and be careful". I felt like i was judged adversely as a result of my resolve to continue my workouts.
Even as my blood counts looked very bad toward the end of treatment, I was able to ride my spin bike for an hour each day. I did have to cut back on weights and HIIT as my HB dropped but I never stopped. It helped with my fatigue and certainly helped me keep a part of me.
Good for you for doing all you can. It truly is good for you and good for your long term health.
Lift away my friend!
All the very best to you through this difficult time.
Y
