Throughout the month of February we have been sharing with you some lifestyle changes to help prevent cancer. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help track your changes.
Exercise
- Aim for two and a half hours of moderate aerobic physical activity each week
- Incorporate some form of strength training into your routine twice a week
- Try a new exercise every week to keep things fresh
- Join one of our group exercise classes
- Set short term and long-term goals
- Read this article on how exercise can help with prevention
- Schedule an appointment with our cancer exercise specialist, Matt Schmitz, to create a personalized workout plan
Diet/Nutrition
- Check out our recipes page, for new food ideas recommended by our oncology dietitians
- Control your portion sizes
- Eat a healthier protein like fish instead of processed meat
- Eat more fruits, vegetables and whole grains
- Drink water instead of soda or sports drinks
- Limit your alcohol consumption
- Consider trying a new way of eating, like the Mediterranean diet
- Schedule an appointment with one of our oncology dietitians, Beth Beckett and Mary Beth Peiffer, to discuss your goals and create a plan personalized to you
For more information about exercise and nutrition programs at the Community Cancer Center, call us at (319) 558-4876 or visit our wellness page.
