A new community-based pickleball program called Project Rally is helping cancer survivors improve their physical and social well-being, according to a recent pilot study led by researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center. The program, which is offered in partnership with the YMCA of the Suncoast, has shown strong results in terms of participation, enjoyment, and physical improvements. Staying active is a key part of cancer survivorship care and research. Physical activity can help reduce the negative effects of cancer and its treatments, while also empowering survivors to live fulfilling lives. It offers many benefits, such as better heart and lung health, improved physical function, healthier body composition, reduced stress, and a higher quality of life. However, despite the widespread guidelines, many cancer survivors — between 53% and 83% — do not meet the recommended levels of physical activity. READ MORE
