Cancer Exercise Blog
When I was diagnosed with cancer, I wanted to find someone like me
Someone I could relate to, who’d been through a similar cancer and exercise journey. I was (relatively) young, sporty, a mum - and suddenly I had cancer. Everything I read seemed to be for people much older or more sedentary than me. So this blog aims to be what I needed to read. I hope you enjoy it. I hope you find it useful. I hope it gives you hope!
Why me? Managing the mental battle and guilt.
It is impossible to be diagnosed with cancer and not ask yourself ‘why me’? Here’s how I dealt with self blame.
My chemo side effects. And top tips for managing them.
Everyone reacts to chemotherapy differently and there are so many different types of chemo. But here is how I experienced FEC - the famous Red Devil.
Coping with cancer and small kids
Our twins were just three and a half when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. My biggest fear was - and still is - not seeing them grow up.
Processing the information that I have cancer
Everyone is different but here’s how I reacted when I heard I had cancer. And then how I reacted when I heard it had spread and I needed chemo.
Recovering from a bilateral mastectomy
My priority after surgery was to get moving again. I wanted to be able to lift and cuddle my kids.
Why I chose aesthetic flat closure (AFC)
Bye bye boobies ! I said goodbye to both my breasts in February 2022.
Finding a lump
I found the lump in my left breast myself, while in the shower. And, honestly, I just ignored it for a bit.