Andrea was referred to CP+R after diagnosis and surgery for breast cancer. On initial assessment, Andrea was still dealing with the effects of cancer treatment, and we identified that her general health was suffering as a result.

Our Action Plan

There is clear evidence that a higher level of fitness and more muscle mass have a significant impact on recovery from cancer treatment, and that they reduce the risk of secondary cancers or recurrence. Therefore, our focus was to help Andrea to improve her body composition, increase her mobility and function post-surgery, and to improve fitness. To do this, it was important we were able to help Andrea regain her confidence to exercise and reassure her as to how well her body could cope with increasing exercise supported by optimal nutrition.

Andrea’s Results

Since Andrea started working with us in Summer 2o18, she has reduced her body fat percentage by 9.4% (a 7.1 kg loss of fat) and improved her muscle mass by 3.2 kg. Andrea’s body composition changes ensure she is at lower risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer recurrence and she has experienced much improved overall function.

Andrea is now consistently completing four to five exercise sessions per week and has completely changed her lifestyle to optimise her health. This has paid dividends in her peak fitness which has improved by over 20%. Andrea is dedicated to achieving further changes over the coming months and years and we are so excited to continue to support her with her goals.