FITNESSLOOP360

CANCER EXERCISE SPECIALIST

PERSONAL TRAINER

YOGA INSTRUCTOR

My name is Karen Schick and I am a Cancer Exercise Specialist, Personal Trainer and Yoga Instructor. I'm also a breast cancer survivor who has nursed several injuries over the years so I know first hand how challenging exercise can be while recovering from an illness or injury. Truth is, it can be downright daunting with questions like:

Are there exercises I should avoid?
Is it safe for me to exercise again?
How how often should I exercise?
Will this movement hurt me or help me?
Am I moving my body the 'right way'?
Will I be able to move like I used to?

Bottom line. Physical activity and exercise is important and illness or injury doesn’t change this but what you do and how you do it matters.

As a certified Cancer Exercise Specialist & Yoga Instructor I create safe and effective programs that align specifically with your unique needs and goals. From diagnosis, treatment, recovery and beyond I can help rebuild your strength, reclaim your power and rediscover your stride.

fitnessloop360@gmail.com

EXERCISE and CANCER

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Where you are you in your diagnosis
Side effects from radiation, chemotherapy or surgery
Risk of co-morbidities
Current & previous limitations
Exercise parameters (frequency, intensity, duration, progression, etc)

BENEFITS OF EXERCISE

increase strength, immune function, range of motion, bone health, appetite
help body & brain function
reduce fatigue, depression, anxiety, side effects
reduce risk of cancer recurrence and cancer related lymphedema

CANCER SOCIETY RECOMMENDATIONS: (American Cancer Society Exercise Guidelines)

Avoid inactivity and return to normal daily activities as soon as possible
Take part in regular physical activity
Start slowly and increase the amount of physical activity over time
Build up to 150-300 minutes of moderate / 75-150 minutes of vigorous activity each week
Exercise several times a week for at least 10 minutes at a time
Include resistance training exercise at least 2 days per week
Do stretching exercises at least 2 days each week

SERVICES

STRENGTH TRAINING

Functional movement and weight bearing exercises. Clients generally feel more invigorated at the end of a strength training session.

YOGA

Physical postures (asana), breathing techniques (pranayama) and meditation along with various props (yoga blocks, chairs, blankets, pillows) to help find ease and balance. Students generally feel more relaxed and grounded at the end of a yoga session.

CANCER EXERCISE

A combination of strength training and yoga that align with your current treatment plan, side effects, preferences and goals.

WEDNESDAY MORNING WELLNESS WALK

Get some steps in! Sessions include gentle stretching & lymphatic drainage exercises.

(Please contact me for more information and to be added to the email list)

FREE CONSULTATION

Let's get to know each other a little to determine if what I offer is a good fit for what you need.

CUSTOMIZED EXERCISE PLANS

I create 4-6 week exercise programs that you do on your own. Programs include occasional zoom sessions to ensure proper body mechanics and movement.

REVIEWS & RECOMMENDATIONS

PAT E. (Upper Nyack)

"I've been working with Karen for several months, following nine months of treatment for breast cancer. I have regained my strength and my balance thru her carefully prepared workouts, always keyed to where I was in my recovery, and delivered with real caring.

I highly recommend her if you've been thru the challenges that come with cancer treatment-or not!

Who couldn't stand to be a bit more fit!?!"

Rachel S. (Nyack)

"Karen is super thoughtful, highly skilled, and always creative in planning the best workouts for any body. I was newly postpartum when I started training with her, and she knew exactly how to conduct our sessions in a way that would strengthen and challenge me while also taking care not to hurt my changed body. I've regained my fitness thanks to her! As a plus, Karen is super sweet and great to be around! Working out with her is a blast!"

Baila K. (Monsey)

"Karen is super nice and a pleasure to work with. Her workouts are very well planned out and tailored to my goals. It is evident that she is attentive and really listens and sees what I need. She challenges me to push myself and has motivated me to strengthen my body and confidence. Since working with Karen my posture and energy levels have greatly improved. I'm so happy with her. She's the perfect trainer."

Alisha E. (South Nyack)

"Karen has been a joy to work with. Her knowledge of the body is amazing. I have very specific problems related to my professional life and I’m very impressed by how she works with and around the issues. And she makes it all fun!!!!!"