CANTIKA.COM, Jakarta – Sport Cardio can be a secret weapon against cancer. Cardio is a type of exercise that is considered to be able to strengthen the cardiovascular system (blood vessels and heart, and lungs), this sport will usually always increase the heart rate.
The Global Burden of Cancer Study explained that cases and deaths due to cancer in Indonesia increased by 8.8 percent, with lung cancer, breast cancer and cervical cancer as the three most common types of cancer suffered by patients. This figure continues to increase from year to year, both from the number of new cases and deaths from cancer.
Physical activities and exercises such as zumba can not only help the patient to cope with the symptoms that arise, but can also improve the patient’s emotional well-being and reduce the risk of developing other health problems, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and osteoporosis.
“Increased cardio exercise for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation could be a factor in improving quality of life. Exercise cardio work involves two systems that work together with each other in cancer patients, namely the heart and circulatory system as well as the respiratory system,” said Dra. Tri Iswardani, M.Si, Psychologist, Indonesian Psychological Association of Jakarta Region (Himpsi Jaya) in an official broadcast on Wednesday 23 February 2022.
By engaging movement and fun songs, zumba can improve mood and strengthen social relationships when done together. In addition, zumba can also keep the mind sharp, increase self-esteem, improve social skills, reduce loneliness, relieve depression, reduce anxiety and improve memory.
Journey against cancer has a high probability of making the patient weaker and more easily fatigued, as well as a side effect of medication that makes physical activity more difficult.
Sara Mansfield, MS, a certified cancer exercise trainer at the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program, says physical activity can help people before, during, and after cancer treatment. “Family and close people may urge someone with a diagnosis of cancer to rest. However, it can cause functional decline,” said Sara.
However, it takes some physical activity to maintain lean muscle mass and provide a sense of emotional comfort and happiness.
According to Sara Mansfield, physical activity guidelines for people with cancer are similar to those recommended for everyone: 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity or 75 minutes of high-intensity activity each week. However, every patient is required to consult with the treating doctor first.
In the midst of World Cancer Day, Denada Tambunan, singer and ambassador for the Zumba® brand in Indonesia wants to make people aware that cardio can be a secret weapon against cancer. “Those who have been diagnosed with cancer may find it difficult to exercise, this is natural. However, we need to be aware and understand that regular exercise can improve your physical, mental and emotional health,” said Denada.
For Denada, Zumba® is a fun sport because the loud music sounds and dynamic movements, the combination of International and Latin rhythms creates a party-like atmosphere. “While having fun, they also burn calories and increase flexibility. The benefits of Zumba exercise can be felt after doing it regularly, so it would be better if we make exercise a part of our daily routine,” he said.
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