A Virtual 6-Month Supervised Physical Activity Program with Behavioural or Exercise Counselling for Adult Cancer Survivors

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are investigating how to improve physical activity in cancer survivors by comparing two different virtual 6-month supervised exercise programs. The study focuses on moderate to vigorous physical activity MVPA and aims to understand how adding motivational behavioral counseling affects exercise levels compared to standard exercise counseling. This trial addresses the challenge that many cancer survivors face long-term side effects and low physical activity levels, which impact their quality of life and health outcomes. The study has two groups one group receives an individualized home-based aerobic and resistance exercise program combined with motivationally enhanced behavioral counseling every two weeks, while the other group receives the same exercise program with standard exercise counseling delivered weekly via Zoom. Both groups receive support through video calls, and their exercise prescriptions are adjusted based on fitness levels. After the 6-month program, participants receive tailored plans to maintain physical activity during follow-ups. Participants will be involved in virtual supervised exercise sessions and counseling, with assessments at baseline, mid-point, post-intervention, and follow-ups at 6 months and 1 year after intervention. Researchers will measure physical activity levels, fitness tests like the 6-minute walk and chair stand tests, self-reported activity, quality of life, fatigue, and behavioral processes related to exercise maintenance. Data on health service use and productivity will also be collected. The study includes thorough monitoring to understand long-term adherence to physical activity in cancer survivors.

Behaviour Change for Cancer Survivors Trial