Yoga for Cancer® or Oncological Yoga is a specially adapted yoga practice for those of us who are going through or have gone through cancer treatment. Whether you are currently in treatment or have completed it, this form of yoga is designed to support the physical, mental, and emotional needs that cancer and its treatments often bring.

The goal is to help you heal, rebuild your body and mind, and strengthen your body’s defenses.

The practice and yoga classes are active, incorporating breath work, movement, and relaxation. This yoga focuses on stimulating the immune system through movement, increasing flexibility and strength, reducing anxiety and stress, and enhancing overall well-being.

Yoga for Cancer® was developed by Camilla Strandmark, a cancer survivor and specialist nurse. It is based on the Y4C program (Yoga for Cancer) but has been modified to suit online students. Yoga is a safe method for those who wish to start moving their bodies. It can also help with many common side effects of cancer and its treatments, such as osteoporosis, lymphedema, scar tissue, stiffness, neuropathy, pain, constipation, fatigue, anxiety, fear, and much more.

WHAT YOGA FOR CANCER DOES:

• Builds strength and flexibility.
• Strengthens the immune system and increases lymphatic flow.
• Reduces cancer-related fatigue.
• Improves sleep.
• Reduces the perception of cancer-related pain.
• Decreases the risk of weight gain.
• Reduces anxiety, stress, and fear.
• Increases bone strength (density).
• Helps reduce side effects such as lymphedema, constipation, and neuropathy.
• Empowers patients to influence their own situation and be involved in their healing.
• Enhances well-being.

The course is divided into five sections with different focus areas in each section. You will have access to the course for an entire year, allowing you to use the yoga and exercises in a way that suits YOU💗