The study looked at 1455 men who were diagnosed with prostate cancer that hadn't spread. A survey regarding physical activity was distributed to participants 2 years after diagnosis, before any signs of the cancer returning. It was found that men who walked briskly for at least 3 hours each week were 57% less likely to experience progression of prostate cancer, when compared to those who walked at a slower pace and for less than 3 hours each week.
3 hours each week may sound like a lot of time, but getting 26 minutes of fresh air each day may be worth the effort? You decide! Taking your walks with a friend, family member, or pet, and setting a specific time each day for your walk may help motivate you to spend 30 minutes a day yourself. In addition, it's important for oncology patients to remember that any exercise or diet plans should always be discussed with health care providers while undergoing treatments and/or when newly diagnosed.
Information Source:
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/videos/news/prostate_walk_053111.html
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