It’s true- during illness we often lose our ability to be active. Cancer especially. Often the treatments can rob us of strength. Sometimes that gives us reason for caution with some activities. However, it’s important to make sure too that we’re not over-cautious as well.

Exercise can be a very good thing–if you are able and your doctor approves it.
There have been a lot of studies in recent years on the positive impact of exercise…so you might want to look into this with your parents and talk about it with your doctor.

The big key is to listen to your body.
I agree with Farah on this– don’t lose hope.

Leah Shearer
TLC Program Coordinator