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Exercise Training in Women With Metastatic Breast Cancer
Sponsor: State University of Londrina
Summary
The primary objective of the study is to evaluate the effects of exercise on physical function, physical fitness, and body composition, with the main components including muscular strength, cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle mass, fat mass, and fat-free mass. The secondary objectives are to examine exercise adherence and the effects of exercise on health-related quality of life (HRQoL), cancer-related fatigue, and sleep quality. Additionally, the feasibility and safety of the exercise program will be assessed.
Official title: Randomized Controlled Trial of a Combined Exercise Training Program on Physical Function and Quality of Life in Women With Metastatic Breast Cancer
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
78
Start Date
2026-04
Completion Date
2028-12
Last Updated
2026-04-13
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Exercise
The multicomponent exercise intervention included a 10-minute warm-up consisting of balance, coordination, and stretching exercises. The main component was resistance training targeting the major muscle groups of the upper and lower body to improve strength and muscle mass. Six to eight exercises were performed using body weight, resistance bands, and dumbbells. Training progression was achieved by increasing load, repetitions, and/or sets, guided by the Borg 0-10 rating of perceived exertion scale, when health status allowed. The aerobic component consisted of walking, progressing to beginner-level running using short running intervals (50-100 m) interspersed with walking until longer continuous distances were achieved. Heart rate was monitored throughout the aerobic session.
Locations (1)
Universidade Estadual de Londrina, Londrina
Londrina, Paraná, Brazil