Joan Pagano is interviewed in IDEA Fitness Journal's February 2010 issue about a study that claims strength training may reduce lymphedema (a painful swelling of the arm caused by trauma to the lymphatic system) in breast cancer survivors.
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Read MoreAre you aware of how little activity it takes to reduce your risk of breast cancer? More than 30 studies show that as few as three hours a week of moderate to vigorous physical activity can both reduce your risk for developing breast cancer and lower a chance of recurrence by as much as 40%. That's a great return on an investment of about 30 minutes a day.
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