Resources for People

Physical Activity:
What can I do?

Physical activity is safe and beneficial for you, start small and progress slowly. Consistency is the key.

About this page

This page is for people living with and beyond cancer and those caring for them who are interested in learning more about physical activity and how to be more active.

High quality resources to learn more about physical activity

This booklet from the Australian Cancer Council explains the benefits of exercise and gives advice and practical tips for getting started

This website from the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center lists benefits and tips

Videos

What is physical activity?

Testimonials from people living with and beyond cancer

Physical activity during cancer treatment

At home exercise routines from Siel Bleu Ireland

Programmes

Alliance of Cancer Support Centres: Directory of centres in Ireland and their services

Structured exercise classes for chronic conditions: ExWell Medical (click on 'Locations')

Cancer-specific exercise classes: MoveOn (SETU Arena, Waterford)

Cancer Take a Hike: Hikes and walks guided by experienced guides with lived experience of cancer

Find more about your local sport partnership (LSP) to learn more about initiatives in your area

Find activities, clubs, trails and places to be active near you (Get Ireland Active map)

App

Get Active Program: activity programme that builds your activity levels gradually over 10 weeks (delivered through a mobile app, equipment will be posted to your address)

Physical Activity: What can I do?