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Afraser
6 years agoMember
I didn’t do an exercise program when I was on chemo (I was working full time) but with hindsight it would have been a good idea - I joined a gym when I moved to a four day week 12 months later (new job, not health related other than wanting a bit more time for myself) and it’s been a great addition to my life, friends etc. My standard advice is to take things one day at a time - that includes assuming you will have certain side effects. You may not - I did get some but they weren’t the ones I had anticipated. Getting too far ahead of yourself can get you worried about things you’ll never have and won’t prepare you any better for the ones you didn’t know about! I found getting out and about was important - many can’t, but if you can it helps to keep your brain and your emotions from fixating on cancer and treatment. It only feels like your life for a while, your real life is still there and waiting. Best wishes.