I ran a 5K on my treadmill this morning. I love the sound of 5K. It sounds so much more accomplished than 3.2 miles. I’m all about accomplishment these days, especially when it comes to physical fitness.
In February 2007, study findings published in the Archives of Internal Medicine revealed that five hours of weekly strenuous exercise significantly cuts the risk of breast cancer recurrence. I think it’s safe to conclude that physical activity of this magnitude can help anyone wishing to achieve optimum health, not just those fearing a cancer return. So in the spirit of preventing another brush with breast cancer—and becoming as healthy as I can be—I jumped on the fitness bandwagon. And here I am, many months after this exercise news hit the media, running, and walking, and crunching, and doing whatever I can to keep cancer at bay. I’m also eating a cleaner diet, enjoying a leaner body, and trying to minimize stress. It’s the least I can do, I figure, if I want to live a long and healthy life. And I do.
I think 5K sounds super, too! I walk really, really, really fast and have taken up running intermittently, but in the long RUN, enjoy my walking more
I’m thrilled that you have found the exercise you love, too.
Yes, measuring in kilometres is definately an advantage to being Canadian. I like the sound of kilometres too, but surprisingly lately, have liked miles better because I know it’s a higher measurement. Go figure!?
I think i may have mentioned this before but I feel it is very related to this article. I have been monitoring a breast cancer support group in my city for a few years now which provides emotional support (great strength is found in the friendships these ladies have) and regular physical exercise and the results are definitely apparent. As part of the group support and research programme a series of double blind trials have been completed on an immuno enhancement combination therapy which your readers may find of interest. There are some details on http://www.mc-s.com.au.