About Breast Health
Physical Activity
Growing evidence supports that there is a protective association between physical activity and breast cancer, preferably over a lifetime, but probably beneficial even if begun after menopause.
- Regular physical activity reduces the risk of breast cancer
- Inactivity is estimated to cause 10-16% of all breast cancer cases
- Inactivity coupled with excess body weight account for nearly 33% of all breast cancer cases1
Women should:
- Stay healthy and active
- Engage in moderate exercise for at least 30-60 minutes every day
1: The benefit of physical activity in reducing the chance of developing breast cancer is independent of the risk factor associated with body weight.