Hi Reader, My surgeons and oncologists were an essential part of my cancer care. But as I moved through treatment, I had a lot of questions about what healing looks like beyond the medical side of care. I didn’t always have clear answers, and I spent a lot of time trying to understand what may have contributed to my diagnosis, and what I could do to support my health moving forward. These are 5 books that helped me navigate that process in different ways: 1. Radical Remission Explores cases...

Hi Reader, After breast cancer treatment, walking is one of the simplest ways to start moving again. One way to make your walks more challenging—and support strength and bone health at the same time—is something called rucking, which just means walking with weight. It’s an easy way to turn a regular walk into more of a strength-building activity. Different ways to try rucking There are a few different options: 1) Regular Backpack (DIY option)This is the most budget-friendly way to start. You...

Hi Reader, Bone density has definitely been more on my radar since being diagnosed with breast cancer. I’m currently on tamoxifen, but once I'm in menopause, I may switch to an aromatase inhibitor — which can have a bigger impact on bone health. One of the most effective things you can do to support bone density is strength training. And one of the best lower body exercises to start with? Squats. Squats load the hips and spine — two of the most common areas where bone loss occurs. When bones...