Being newly diagnosed with cancer turned my world upside down. What was up is now down, what was left is now right. I live in North Vancouver with my wife,
Kathy’s story of strength and survival
I am a medical conundrum. I have had three cancer diagnoses and two liver transplants over the last 22 years. My situation over the years has been so complex that
Reflections on Mindful Presence
While we all do our best to prioritize self-care and prevention throughout the year, the fall – and the cyclical changing of all the seasons – is an especially important
Connecting through Nature and Adventure
While having cancer is difficult at whatever age you are diagnosed, the cancer experience for a young adult (defined by Young Adult Cancer Canada (YACC) as someone between 18-39 years)
InspireHealth leading comprehensive exercise programs for people with cancer for 10 years
InspireHealth has been leading comprehensive exercise programs for people with cancer in British Columbia for 10 years. A recent position statement in Australia notes that exercise should be regular practice
The Top 10 Reasons People with Cancer Should Exercise
There is an incredible body of scientific research exploring how profound the impacts of exercising during a diagnosis of cancer can be. The importance of individualization in exercise is also
Managing Side Effects with Exercise
Our bodies are made to move. Muscles attach to bones by tendons and when contracted, pull bones into different positions, creating movement. Not only do our bodies want to move,
Sexual Health and Cancer
What thoughts or feelings come to you when you read these words? What impact has having cancer and its treatment had on your sexuality, your relationship with your body or
Exercise and Breast Cancer Rehabilitation
Following breast cancer treatment, complaints of upper body pain and dysfunction are common, especially in the early period following surgery, radiation or chemotherapy can cause damage to healthy muscle fibres,
Exercise during Cancer Treatment
The majority of oncologists agree that exercise is beneficial, important and safe for patients with cancer during treatment. Benefits include improved physical functioning, body composition, cardiopulmonary system functioning, appetite, sleep,
