At York Against Cancer, we believe that following a healthy lifestyle and maintaining a healthy weight is important for everyone, particularly for cancer patients. A growing amount of research is showing that regular exercise can greatly improve your physical and mental health.

We offer 5 free exercise classes for those living with and beyond cancer. Whatever stage of your treatment you are at, we can help you to improve your wellbeing through exercise. Even if you were not active before your cancer diagnosis, an exercise programme that meets your unique needs can help you get moving safely and successfully. This will help to:

• Reduce anxiety
• Lessen fatigue
• Improve general physical wellbeing
• Prevent or improve lymphedema (a type of swelling caused by treatment to lymph nodes)
• Increase muscle strength
• Improve sleep 
• Decrease the amount of time you need to stay in the hospital
• Reduce pain through the release of endorphins

Exercise classes are operated by the City of York Council and GLL, and are tailored to fit everyone’s unique needs, ensuring all exercise is undertaken safely.

How do I register?

If you would like to register for either our exercise classes or Nordic Walking or Total Body Walking, please contact the office on 01904764 466 or email office@yorkagainstcancer.org.uk.

Before starting any exercise, talk to your consultant, clinical nurse specialist or your GP to check it’s the right time and type of exercise for you.