Table 3.

Healthy Living after Cancer Participant Workbook content

Introduction to Healthy Living after Cancer (Section 1) • Importance of healthy living for cancer survivorship
Plan for Success (Section 2) • Participant aims • SMART goal setting • Problem solving • Tracking your progress
Physical Activity (Section 3) • Aerobic activity (e.g., brisk walking) • Flexibility/stretching • Strength training • Reducing sitting time
Healthy Eating (Section 4) • Increasing serves of vegetables, fruit and wholegrains • Reducing fat (particularly saturated fat) intake • Eating the right amount of food (portion control) • Choosing the right types of food (low calorie, high nutrient)
Weight Loss/Maintenance (Section 5) • Setting an appropriate weight loss goal (5 % – 10 % of initial body weight) • Strategies for achieving a 2000 kJ/day reduction
Staying on Track (Section 6) • Positive thinking • Getting back on track after a slip • Planning ahead • Getting support from others • Celebrating success