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BeACTive: Empowering workouts for people with breast cancer

This new, 3-week exercise series features 9 workouts of about 20 minutes each and is designed especially for people who are going through or recovering from treatment, preparing for surgeries, or regaining mobility after surgery. See the full playlist.

 
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Monica’s story: Regaining control after breast cancer with exercise

02/16/24

A diagnosis of estrogen-positive breast cancer at 54 reshaped Monica’s perspective, making exercise about movement and regaining control of her life. Recently, she’s been trying something new that fosters a shared experience with others who have been impacted by breast cancer. Meet all of the women in our BeACTive series.

Megan R’s story: Redefining exercise goals during breast cancer

02/16/24

Megan R, a marathon runner, is redefining her fitness expectations and finding a new joy in exercise during treatment for an early-stage breast cancer recurrence at 46. Meet all of the women in our BeACTive series.

Amanda's story: Coping with hormonal therapy side effects

02/16/24

Amanda, a working mom, recognizes the power of exercise in relieving stress and anxiety as well as breast cancer treatment side effects. A diagnosis of early-stage breast cancer at 40 prompted Amanda to prioritize her health and find ways to cope with the effects of anti-estrogen therapies to prevent recurrence. Meet all of the women in our BeACTive series.

Nancy’s story: Healing through movement amid breast cancer challenges

02/16/24

Nancy, a dance and movement psychotherapist, thrives through movement, navigating difficult emotions in the face of a metastatic breast cancer diagnosis. Though breast cancer impacts her endurance and stamina, especially after developing lymphedema, Nancy remains committed to moving her body for expression and fitness. Meet all of the women in our BeACTive series.

Nadiyah’s story: Moving beyond lymphedema

02/16/24

Facing a breast cancer diagnosis at 29, Nadiyah discovered new ways to exercise and thrive. Learn how she is becoming more active and incorporating fitness into her life while she navigates lymphedema and sciatica. Meet all of the women in our BeACTive series.

Jamie’s story: Body confidence after surgery

02/16/24

Facing a breast cancer diagnosis at 31, Jamie discovered new ways to exercise and thrive after revision surgery. Learn how she finds strength and confidence in her body. Meet all of the women in our BeACTive series.

Megan D’s story: Fitness, friends, and feeling good

02/16/24

Facing a breast cancer diagnosis, Megan discovered new ways to exercise and thrive. Hear how she adapts her love for fitness to build community, connect with friends, and reclaim well-being. Meet all of the women in our BeACTive series.

Bobbi’s story: Elevating Black health

02/16/24

Facing a breast cancer diagnosis, Bobbi, discovered new ways to exercise and thrive. Learn how she overcame the challenges that came her way through the transformative power of exercise, love, and advocacy. Meet all of the women in our BeACTive series

Personalized medicine for breast cancer: What you need to know

12/14/23

Unlock the power of personalized medicine with genetic and genomic testing! Join experts Evelyn Robles-Rodriguez, DNP, APN, AOCN, and Generosa Grana, MD, FACP, in this video as they demystify these tests, their role in breast cancer, and their impact on your family. Learn how to advocate for yourself and navigate disparities in care. Spanish video also available.

BeACTive: Empowering workouts for people with breast cancer

11/01/23

This new, 3-week exercise series features 9 workouts of about 20 minutes each and is designed especially for people who are going through or recovering from treatment, preparing for surgeries, or regaining mobility after surgery. See the full playlist.

5 Things to know if you’re at high risk for breast or ovarian cancer

09/20/23

Do you have a family history of or an inherited risk to breast cancer or ovarian cancer? Have you heard of BRCA mutation? Watch this video to learn how genetic testing can significantly reduce your risk of a late-stage cancer diagnosis, what screenings insurance might cover, and how to talk to your doctor about your breast cancer risk. Learn about the signs and symptoms of breast and ovarian cancer so you know what to watch out for. Thank you to Susan M. Domchek, MD from the Basser Center for BRCA at Penn Medicine.

Telling stories, making meaning: Coping & making plans

12/02/22

From managing “scanxiety,” depression, and other emotional concerns to the benefits of getting out of the house, even planning a vacation, a group of women living with metastatic breast cancer engage in real and sometimes raw conversation about how they cope and find comfort and joy in making plans. Learn more about this video series.