How beneficial is exercise while undergoing adt

Exercise During ADT (Androgen Deprivation Therapy)

Based on the webinar "Designing the Right Exercise Program for Your Cancer Situation" with Dr. [removed] Schmitz, here's what the evidence shows:

The Muscle Loss Problem You're Facing

ADT causes your body to lose muscle tissue. This is a real, documented side effect—not something you're imagining.

What Exercise Can Do

Resistance training (weight/strength training) is your best tool. The research shows:

• Resistance exercise can help you maintain and build muscle even during ADT when testosterone is suppressed
• Dr. [removed] noted there's "more recent data" showing muscle can be preserved/built during hormone deprivation therapy
• The goal is rebalancing body composition—keeping muscle mass even if overall weight stays the same

The Guidelines

For cancer patients managing side effects:

• 90 minutes per week of moderate aerobic activity
• Twice weekly resistance exercise

For longer-term health and reducing recurrence risk:

• 115 minutes per week of aerobic activity
• Twice weekly resistance training

Your Specific Situation

You mentioned doing resistance training 4 times weekly—that's aligned with what the evidence supports. Dr. [removed] emphasized that resistance training is the best approach when you're trying to prevent the muscle loss that ADT causes.

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This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare team for personalized medical advice and decisions.