Cancer survivors may see surprising benefits from one specific exercise, study says
A recent study indicates that yoga may provide significant benefits for cancer survivors, particularly in reducing mood disturbances and anxiety. Participants in a four-week Yoga for Cancer Survivors (YOCAS) program reported improvements in their emotional well-being compared to those receiving standard care. The findings suggest that incorporating yoga into post-treatment care could help alleviate some of the long-lasting effects of cancer treatment.
- ▪The study involved 204 cancer survivors receiving standard care and 206 who participated in the YOCAS program.
- ▪YOCAS includes both hatha and restorative yoga, focusing on gentle movements and mindfulness.
- ▪Participants in the YOCAS group practiced yoga for an average of 180 minutes per week and reported improvements in mood, anxiety, and fatigue.
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Stress and Anxiety Cancer survivors may see surprising benefits from one specific exercise, study says Participants in a four-week yoga program reported decreased mood disturbance and anxiety By Teresa Mull Fox News Published May 30, 2026 3:12pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video 60-year-old cancer survivor joins college football team Tom Green, a 60-year-old cancer survivor, joins the McDaniel College football team as a freshman. He discusses his battle with Stage 4 kidney cancer and his motivation to pursue a long-held dream.
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