From Diagnosis to Determination: The Power of Exercise - EP27

In this episode, we chat with Petra Thaller (Outdoor Against Cancer) and Rūdolfs Cešeiko, PhD (Exercise Oncology Clinic, Latvia) on how structured exercise and outdoor movement can transform the cancer journey - from treatment to long-term recovery. Petra shares how founding Outdoor Against Cancer during chemotherapy put nature-based activity at the center of care, while Rūdolfs explains the clinic framework that blends aerobic endurance with strength training and the evidence-based 4×4 Method adapted for oncology. What Petra & Rūdolfs want you to try: •Start light, keep moving •Go outdoors when you can •Don’t skip strength work •Use a structured plan (4×4) •Seek supervised, accessible sessions Want to bring exercise oncology into your professional practice? The Advanced Certificate in Lifestyle Oncology includes evidence-based modules on movement, strength training, communication, and behavior change. Explore here: esloncology.com