Tailored exercise program for breast cancer survivors
Official title: Supportive Tailored Exercise Program for Survivors of Breast Cancer (STEPS-BC)
Funded at Virginia Commonwealth University · NIH-11073830 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a special exercise program for women going through chemotherapy for breast cancer to see if it helps them feel less tired, be more active, and enjoy life more during treatment, compared to a regular healthy living program.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2025 |
| Project end | January 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $671,757 |
| NIH project number | 1R01CA290863-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11073830 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women diagnosed with breast cancer who are about to begin anthracycline-based chemotherapy.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergoing chemotherapy or those with severe comorbidities that prevent participation in physical activity may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates a personalized exercise program designed for women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. The program aims to reduce fatigue, improve physical activity levels, and enhance overall quality of life during treatment. Participants will engage in home-based aerobic and strength training activities, guided by specialists who understand the unique challenges faced by cancer patients. The study will compare the effects of this tailored exercise intervention against a standard healthy living intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the physical and emotional well-being of breast cancer survivors during and after chemotherapy.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that exercise interventions can be beneficial for cancer patients, indicating a promising approach for this research.
Where this research is happening
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hundley, William Gregory — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Hundley, William Gregory
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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.