CCOR Guide to Exercise In Colon Cancer

Summary

This guide helps individuals living with or recovering from colon cancer understand how to achieve the recommended 10 MET-hours of exercise per week, based on findings from the CHALLENGE Trial.

It explains what METs (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) and MET-hours mean, and provides practical examples of everyday activities—like brisk walking, swimming, gardening, or yoga—showing how much each contributes toward the weekly goal.

Designed to encourage safe and achievable physical activity, the guide empowers users to choose exercises suited to their abilities and health needs, supporting better outcomes and overall well-being after a cancer diagnosis.