Heavy-load resistance training during chemotherapy for breast cancer
In this study, we investigate the effects of heavy resistance training during chemotherapy for breast cancer.
Details
- Start date: 2017-01-01
- Funder: The Swedish Cancer Society
- Type of funding: Project grant
Description
In this study, we aim to investigate the effects of heavy-load resistance training during ongoing chemotherapy on skeletal muscle cellular outcomes. One group of women exercise during treatment and are compared to one non-exercising group. The effects are evaluated by measurement of muscle fiber size and known regulators of muscle fiber size such as myonuclei and satellite cell count. It is already known that chemotherapy may impair both muscle strength and function. In this study we aim to assess if heavy-load resistance training during cancer treatment can counteract such negative effects.
Collaborators
Norwegian School of Sports Sciences and Uppsala University Hospital, Region Uppsala