Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne shares an inspiring look into the often-overlooked practice of stretching, which is especially beneficial for those undergoing cancer treatment. From personal anecdotes of discovering the benefits of stretching with her husband to sharing compelling studies, Saranne explores how stretching can improve posture, decrease muscle tension, and contribute to overall joint health. She humorously recounts a study involving stretched mice with breast cancer, providing informative and lighthearted moments for listeners. "Physical exercise is an excellent thing to do when you're going through cancer treatment." – Saranne Today on Beating Cancer Daily: · Stretching can improve posture and decrease muscle tension, improving overall health. Specific studies from MD Anderson reveal significant benefits of stretching, emphasizing its role in cancer care.· You should always warm up your muscles for 5-10 minutes before stretching to avoid injury.· Gentle and slow movements in stretching help to prevent injury and enhance effectiveness.· Stretching throughout the day can be beneficial, particularly for those who spend long hours sitting.· Physical exercise, including stretching, is generally beneficial during cancer treatment but should always be discussed with a medical professional.· The hilarious visual of studies involving stretching mice underlines the significant findings about its potential benefits for breast cancer patients.· Setting reminders to stretch can help integrate this beneficial practice into your daily routine. Resources Mentioned: ComedyCures Foundation: https://www.comedycures.org MD Anderson Article "Stretch Your Way Toward Better Health" by Colleen Martin : https://www.mdanderson.org/publications/focused-on-health/stretch-toward-better-health.h30Z1591413.html The #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot and Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcast by CancerCare News, Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in more than 91 countries on 6 continents and has over 300 original daily episodes hosted by stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg! Are you wondering How You Can Support Beating Cancer Daily and ComedyCures.org? By becoming a supporter of ComedyCures.org, you'll help us continue our essential programs and research. Your generosity will significantly impact cancer patients, caregivers, doctors, nurses, and researchers worldwide. Choose your level of support: • Supporter: $50 (or $5 per month)• Friend: $150 (or $15 per month)• Champion: $500 (or $50 per month)• VIP: $5,000 annually Donate Herehttps://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=GDPQCM8PHJT

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