Keeping cancer survivors active with a flexible exercise program
An adaptive physical activity maintenance intervention for cancer survivors
A flexible, community-based exercise program aims to help people who have had cancer keep up regular physical activity.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Colorado State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fort Collins, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11160649 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
You would be offered a tailored program of supervised aerobic and resistance exercise delivered at community locations with built-in behavior-change supports. The team partnered with local sites to learn survivor needs and acceptable program components before expanding delivery. In the next phase they use an adaptive approach to change support over time and find which combination helps most people stay active long-term. Activity levels and health-related outcomes will be monitored to guide who gets extra support.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adult cancer survivors who have finished primary treatment and want structured help to start or keep exercising regularly.
Not a fit: People with medical conditions that prevent moderate-to-vigorous activity or those unable to attend community sessions likely would not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could help survivors maintain regular exercise and improve physical and mental health over the long term.
How similar studies have performed: Previous supervised, theory-based exercise programs have improved activity and health in cancer survivors, but long-term maintenance often falls off, so this adaptive approach builds on existing evidence.
Where this research is happening
Fort Collins, United States
- Colorado State University — Fort Collins, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Leach, Heather Jean — Colorado State University
- Study coordinator: Leach, Heather Jean
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.