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Prostate Cancer Strength Training
Prostate Cancer | Last Active: May 16 6:20am | Replies (21)Comment receiving replies
Well, he’s already hot his cardio figured out, right?
I did not do a program while I was on Orgovyx. I speed walked with varying inclines on TM and did interval training on stationary cycle.
As for weights, one day I would do one set each of seated military press and bicep curls - that’s it. The next day, bicep curls and bench press - again, one set.
Since I did this every day, and alternated these 3 simple exercises, I maintained excellent tone throughout treatment.
Also, I used a weight which allowed me to do 30 or more reps - this will vary with each individual.
I know that some weight proponents try to actually build muscle - and some do!- but if your hubby is not a weight person to begin with, there’s no point in trying to become Mr Olympia during this exhausting time. JMHO,
Phil
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For me the gym has become a metaphor for the challenge we all face. I try to hit the gym every day, sometimes just for 30 minutes, even just 3 for exercises and a steam. Just walking there is therapeutic - the steps thinking and walking to strength and fighting the fight. I am both lifting weights and doing anaerobic. My lift weights have decreased 25% after starting Orgovyx and Nubequa. I simply fight to get to 10 reps, 2 sets, 8 exercises. Alternate between lower body, upper body, and core. Somehow fighting this gym fight helps me mentally fight the broader challenge we all face. I always have a good day when I start with the gym. Good luck and keep pushing and pulling and swinging the weights!
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@heavyphil It's great to see your routine and happy results. I have been a gym person for years, but only to the extent that it has helped my running. Now, four months into ADT, I've been more focused on the weights, hoping it will do some good but not knowing, so it's encouraging to see your experience with it. As for @surftohealth88's hubby, I dunno - once I pushed myself into a gym the first few times, I came to like it. Results come fast, and that's very motivating. But it WAS a push.