Posted 7/21/2016 12:37 AM (GMT 0)
Newton-
I don't know why you are taking a training vacation now of all times, but in terms of your treatments, this is the worst time. I've heard well-meaning people tell guys to "take it easy" but I think that is the worst thing to do.
(1) Exercise keeps cells well oxygenated. Oxygenated cells are necessary to generate the hydroxyl radicals that create the double-strand breaks that kill the cancer. Conversely, well-oxygenated healthy cells seem to preserve them. So it's a win-win - better cancer control and lower toxicity.
(2) Exercise helps prevent the fatigue that comes with long courses of radiation.
(3) Exercise maintains blood flow and may prevent fibrosis in blood vessels to the penis.
(3) Exercise combats some of the side effects of the ADT - fat gain, lean muscle loss, bone loss, depression/mood swings, brain fog and potential cardiovascular SEs.
I was at the gym every day before or after treatments.
- Allen