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Dr Melissa Miller (Inova Peterson Life with Cancer)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Background: Women with endometrial cancer experience substantial symptom burden during adjuvant pelvic radiation therapy (PRT), with cancer-related fatigue among the most debilitating. Fatigue is exacerbated by recent surgery, older age, obesity, and treatment-related side effects, making exercise challenging. This trial evaluates the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of personalized...
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Chunsu Zhu (Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Background:The prospective association between physical activity (PA) and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in long-term cancer survivors (LTCS, ≥ 5 years post-diagnosis) is understudied, particularly across different cancer diagnoses. We assessed these associations among long-term survivors of breast, prostate and colorectal cancer within a large prospective cohort in Germany.
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Duc Truong Nguyen (Division of Physical Activity, Cancer Prevention and Survivorship, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Introduction: Although physical activity (PA) is essential for overall health and well-being, existing PA guidelines are often complex and fail to effectively reach the general population. Further, adherence remains suboptimal, particularly for muscle-strengthening recommendations. To enhance public engagement, we aimed to distill key PA messages into a memorable slogan and design an...
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Hannah Parker (Colorado State University)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Background/Purpose: Individuals with cancer often experience disrupted sleep, sedentary behavior, and reduced physical activity. This exploratory analysis examined the feasibility of continuous 24-hour monitoring using wrist-worn accelerometers and characterized movement behaviors during a 12-week supervised resistance training program in individuals with cancer. We additionally aimed to...
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Cécile Weiß22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
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Physical activity is a key component of cancer care, improving quality of life and reducing treatment-related side effects. However, many patients remain insufficiently active. This study aimed to identify determinants of physical activity and of participation in structured exercise programs among cancer patients.
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S. Nicole Culos-Reed (University of Calgary)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Introduction: Rural–urban differences in physical activity (PA) among individuals living with and beyond cancer (ILWC) are poorly understood. Using baseline data from the Canada-wide EXercise for Cancer to Enhance Living Well (EXCEL) study, we compared PA levels between rural and urban participants and with national benchmarks.
Methods: Baseline data from 1,485 participants (73%...
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Dr Caroline Speksnijder (UMC Utrecht)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
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Background
Patients with head and neck cancer (HNC) typically show low levels of physical activity (PA) due to disease- and treatment-related effects.
Objective
To objectively assess changes in PA and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) from HNC diagnosis up to two years post-treatment, and to identify demographic, lifestyle, and clinical factors associated with PA and... -
Dong Hoon Lee (Department of Sport Industry Studies, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Background: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are leading causes of global mortality, with physical inactivity being a key modifiable risk factor. While previous studies relied on self-reported activity measures, meta-analyses incorporating objective accelerometer measurements remain limited. This study investigated dose-response associations between accelerometer-measured movement...
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Ms Megan Scott (Guardian Exercise Rehabilitation, ESSAM)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
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Best practice guidelines recommend that people living with cancer be referred for exercise and nutritional support early in their diagnosis. Yet only 15% access structured exercise programs, and within the Life Insurance industry the average delay is 15 months. To address this gap, we partnered with two leading Australian Life Insurers to deliver a collaborative cancer care...
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Dr Hao Luo (Edith Cowan University)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Background: Exercise is a potent non-pharmacological treatment to reduce anxiety, depression, and overall psychological distress. However, evidence in oncology remains less clear, with inconsistent findings across cancer types, treatment status, and psychological disorders, partly attributable to a floor effect.
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Lindsey Mattick (James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, NY, United States of America; Department of Surgery, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, New York, United States of America.)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Introduction: Exercise improves both quality and quantity of life for patients with cancer. We previously reported overall physical activity (PA) patterns in a cohort of patients with breast cancer, yet limited data exists on how patients’ structure exercise behavior from pre- to post-chemotherapy.
Methods: 580 female patients with stage I-IIIC breast cancer were recruited from community...
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Dr Konstantinos Kaliarntas (1. School of Health Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Patras, Greece; 2. School of Applied Sciences, Edinburgh Napier University, UK)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
INTRODUCTION: Limited number of cancer survivors meet the recommended physical activity guidelines, regardless of the clear benefits, due to mental and physical constraints of a cancer diagnosis and treatment. Further, research is required to better understand the preferences and perceived barriers of cancer survivors and how different factors influence their participation in exercise...
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Kim Minji (Department of Sport Industry Studies, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Background: Breast cancer is the most common malignancy among women worldwide, and the number of survivors continues to increase as five-year relative survival rates improve (93.6% in Korea). Beyond medical survival, contemporary cancer care emphasizes supporting patients in recognizing and mobilizing health-promoting resources throughout the entire treatment trajectory and into...
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Hui Xiao (University of Toronto)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Background: Prostate cancer survivors (PCS) often experience challenges engaging in physical activity (PA) and reducing sedentary time (SED) after treatment. The Multi-Process Action Control framework (M-PAC) posits that attitudes, self-regulation, and habit predict behavior. This study identified M-PAC-based profiles and examined how they relate to SED and quality of life (QoL).
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Prof. Tina Skinner (University of New South Wales, The University of Queensland, University of Technology Sydney, University of the Sunshine Coast)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
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Psychological constructs have been shown to independently effect health outcomes and overall quality of life in the psycho-oncology literature. Whilst exercise can positively influence psychological constructs, studies in oncology populations often limit their measurement to negative psychological constructs (e.g. depression), with limited evidence exploring positive psychological... -
Karen Wonders (Maple Tree Cancer Alliance)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
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Lifestyle habits, including physical activity, nutrition, and emotional health, play a crucial role for individuals undergoing cancer treatment. Understanding how patients perceive these habits during their oncologic journey can help guide more effective and patient-centered supportive care strategies.
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Nadine Florisson22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Purpose: To explore the perspectives and needs of cancer survivors and stakeholders on the development of a Combined Lifestyle Intervention (CLI) for cancer survivors, e.g., goals, target population, form, and content. In a CLI, various lifestyle components are included, such as physical activity, nutrition, energy balance, and sleep.
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Dr Marit Slaaen (The Research Centre for Age-Related Functional Decline and Disease (AFS), Innlandet Hospital Trust, Norway; Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Introduction: Applying targeted measures to maintain physical activity and thereby function in older patients with cancer requires knowledge about activity level and influencing factors.
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Study aim: To describe patient-reported physical activity in older patients with cancer before and after radiotherapy (RT) and explore potential associated factors.
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Mr Jian Kun Zhan (Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of Toronto)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Background: Adults living with and beyond cancer (LWBC) commonly engage in low physical activity (PA), high sedentary behaviour (SED), and insufficient sleep, contributing to increased symptom burden. Although these movement behaviours interact within the 24-hour continuum, most survivorship interventions target them individually. The effectiveness of theory-based interventions designed to...
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Mr Edward Stanhope (University of Wolverhampton), Dr Ian Lahart (University of Wolverhampton)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Background: Women undergoing breast cancer surgery often experience declines in physical function and quality of life. Preoperative exercise may mitigate these effects, but implementation is complicated by the short time frames between diagnosis and surgery. The feasibility of a remotely supervised, multi-phasic program in this context is uncertain.
Methods: We conducted a feasibility study...
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Kate Edwards (Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, Australia. Charles Perkins Centre, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, Australia), Sarah Marvin (Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, Australia. Charles Perkins Centre, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, Australia.)22/07/2026, 12:001 - Scientific Poster
Purpose: The benefits of physical activity for patients undergoing cancer treatment are well established. However, experiences of physical activity and desired supports among those with melanoma receiving immunotherapy are not well understood. This study explored: a) the types and levels of physical activity engaged in during immunotherapy; b) the factors influencing physical activity...
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