"CHOiCE"! Choose Health: Oncological Patients Cenetered Exercise

Different Modalities of Exercise for Physical Activity Promotion in Cancer Patients

The "CHOICE!" study is an exercise program following the recommendation of the American College of Sports Science for cancer patients. The aims of the intervention are to test the safety and feasibility of a structured program, letting patients choose the modality of delivery. Secondary endpoints include exercise health-related skills and quality of life. The program considers the preferences of exercise of cancer survivors, giving the possibility to choose the exercise modality (autonomous, with a personal trainer or group class). This program will be tested in different cancer populations with different study designs based on different patients cohort (i.e., RCT or single-arm).

Inclusion Criteria:

• a confirmed cancer diagnosis;
• ≥ 8 weeks post-surgical procedure;
• Medical clearance for participation provided by primary care physician or oncologist;
• Informed consent signed;

Exclusion Criteria:

• Age < 18 years old;
• Pregnancy;
• Inability to ambulate;
• Contraindication to participation in a regular physical activity program;
• Inability to understand the instructions for PA and/or Mini Mental State index <24;
• Serious physical limitation and/or Karnofsky index <50.