Exercise for cancer - an update presented by Dr James Murray AEP
Understanding the role of exercise and the AEP in oncology settings.
In the last decade or two we’ve witnessed the evidence for exercise being firmly established in the oncology setting. So where are we up to? Dr James Murray brings us an update on Exercise in Cancer: a summary of the current evidence, exercise recommendations and insights on oncology specific considerations for translating evidence to practice.
Learn about:
- The three side effects of cancer/cancer treatment that benefit from exercise intervention
- The antioncogenic effect of exercise
- Highlights of the current published guidelines that provide a framework for exercise and cancer
The professional development covers:
• Oncology specific concepts relevant to the AEPs
• Current evidence for the role of exercise in oncology settings.
• Overview of exercise guidelines for cancer survivors.
• Challenges and practical considerations for the AEP in oncology settings
Dr James Murray is a Lecturer at UTS in the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health. Prior to this role, James was a Lecturer and Clinical Supervisor in the Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology Program at the University of South Australia from 2021-2024. James’s clinical experience as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist spans private, community, and research settings, commonly working with people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, and people with living cancer and cardiovascular diseases.
James completed his PhD in 2023, with his research exploring the protective role of exercise on cardiovascular health and function in women impacted by cancer and cardiovascular diseases. James's research also focused on ways exercise participation can be enhanced during chemotherapy for breast cancer, and he has additional interests in the cardioprotective role of exercise-based prehabilitation prior to the commencement of anti-cancer therapies. As an early career researcher, James has authored several peer-reviewed publications (with >75 citations) and presented his research both nationally and internationally.