Baseline heart rate rhyme
A resting electrocardiogram will be used to obtain patients' normal values for heart rate measurements in bpm, I-axis and aVF, Q-T interval, QRS complex, S-T segment and T-wave, in ms. Moreover, resting heart rate will be assessed by a Polar chest band.
After intervention heart rate rhyme
A resting electrocardiogram will be used to obtain patients' normal values for heart rate measurements in bpm, I-axis and aVF, Q-T interval, QRS complex, S-T segment and T-wave, in ms, and get after intervention results. Moreover, resting heart rate will be assessed by a Polar chest band.
3 months after intervention heart rate rhyme
A resting electrocardiogram will be used to obtain patients' normal values for heart rate measurements in bpm, I-axis and aVF, Q-T interval, QRS complex, S-T segment and T-wave, in ms, and get its results 3 months after the intervention. Moreover, resting heart rate will be assessed by a Polar chest band.
6 months after intervention heart rate rhyme
A resting electrocardiogram will be used to obtain patients' normal values for heart rate measurements in bpm, I-axis and aVF, Q-T interval, QRS complex, S-T segment and T-wave, in ms, and get its results 6 months after the intervention. Moreover, resting heart rate will be assessed by a Polar chest band.
Baseline tumor necrosis factor
Through a blood analysis TFN, in pg/mL, will be measured to evaluate patients' inflammation.
After intervention tumor necrosis factor
Through a blood analysis TFN, in pg/mL, will be measured to evaluate patients' inflammation after the intervention.
3 months after intervention tumor necrosis factor
Through a blood analysis TFN, in pg/mL, will be measured to evaluate patients' inflammation 3 months after the intervention.
6 months after intervention tumor necrosis factor
Through a blood analysis TFN, in pg/mL, will be measured to evaluate patients' inflammation 6 months after the intervention.
Baseline interleukins measurement
The inflammation will be assessed by blood interleukins will include IL-6, IL-8, IL-1b, IL-1ra and IL-10 values, in pg/m.
After intervention interleukins measurement
The inflammation will be assessed by blood interleukins will include IL-6, IL-8, IL-1b, IL-1ra and IL-10 values, in pg/m, immediately after the intervention.
3 months after intervention interleukins measurement
The inflammation will be assessed by blood interleukins will include IL-6, IL-8, IL-1b, IL-1 and IL-10 values, in pg/m, 3 months after the intervention.
6 months after intervention interleukins measurement
The inflammation will be assessed by blood interleukins will include IL-6, IL-8, IL-1b, IL-1ra and IL-10 values, in pg/m, 6 months after the intervention.
Baseline C-reactive protein measure
C-reactive protein (CRP), measured in mg/L will be evaluated to get patients' pro-inflammatory data.
After intervention C-reactive protein measure
C-reactive protein (CRP), measured in mg/L will be evaluated to get patients' pro-inflammatory data after the intervention.
3 months after intervention C-reactive protein measure
C-reactive protein (CRP), measured in mg/L will be evaluated to get patients' pro-inflammatory data 3 months after the intervention.
6 months after intervention C-reactive protein measure
C-reactive protein (CRP), measured in mg/L will be evaluated to get patients' pro-inflammatory data 6 months after the intervention.
Baseline monocyte chemotactic protein measure
Monocyte chemotactic protein (MCP-1), measured in pg/mL will be evaluated to get patients' pro-inflammatory data.
After intervention monocyte chemotactic protein measure
Monocyte chemotactic protein (MCP-1), measured in pg/mL will be evaluated to get patients' pro-inflammatory data after the intervention.
3 months after intervention monocyte chemotactic protein measure
Monocyte chemotactic protein (MCP-1), measured in pg/mL will be evaluated to get patients pro-inflammatory data 3 months after the intervention.
6 months after intervention monocyte chemotactic protein measure
Monocyte chemotactic protein (MCP-1), measured in pg/mL will be evaluated to get patients pro-inflammatory data 6 months after the intervention.
Baseline glucose measure
Glucose, in mg/dl, will be measure through a blood test due to be related to cancer prognosis and cardiovascular risk.
After intervention glucose measure
Glucose, in mg/dl, will be measure after intervention through a blood test due to be related to cancer prognosis and cardiovascular risk.
3 months after intervention glucose measure
Glucose, in mg/dl, will be measure through a blood test due to be related to cancer prognosis and cardiovascular risk.
6 months after intervention glucose measure
Glucose, in mg/dl, will be measure through a blood test due to be related to cancer prognosis and cardiovascular risk.
Baseline cholesterol measure
Low-density lipoprotein and high-density lipoprotein, measured in mg/dL, will be assessed by a blood test due to be related to cancer prognosis and cardiovascular risk.
After intervention cholesterol measure
Low-density lipoprotein and high-density lipoprotein, measured in mg/dL, will be measure after intervention by a blood test due to be related to cancer prognosis and cardiovascular risk.
3 months after intervention cholesterol measure
Low-density lipoprotein and high-density, measured in mg/dL, will be measure 3 months after the intervention by a blood test due to be related to cancer prognosis and cardiovascular risk.
6 months after intervention cholesterol measure
Low-density lipoprotein and high-density, measured in mg/dL, will be measure 6 months after the intervention by a blood test due to be related to cancer prognosis and cardiovascular risk.
Baseline blood pressure measures
Measurements of blood pressure will be performed using a validated oscillometer. Participants will remain at rest for five minutes before the assessment. They will place their left arm, on which the measurement will be taken, on the table so that the cuff is at the level of the heart, 2 cm from the elbow. In addition, any clothing that may alter the results shall be removed. Once in this position, the air tube of the cuff shall be placed on the front of the upper arm in line with the middle finger and the blue arrow on the cuff. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure data, measured in mmHg, shall be taken, and then the mean arterial pressure = (systolic blood pressure+ (2*diastolic blood pressure))/3 shall be calculated.
After intervention blood pressure measures
Measurements of blood pressure after the intervention will be performed using a validated oscillometer. Participants will remain at rest for five minutes before the assessment. They will place their left arm, on which the measurement will be taken, on the table so that the cuff is at the level of the heart, 2 cm from the elbow. In addition, any clothing that may alter the results shall be removed. Once in this position, the air tube of the cuff shall be placed on the front of the upper arm in line with the middle finger and the blue arrow on the cuff. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure data, measured in mmHg, shall be taken, and then the mean arterial pressure = (systolic blood pressure+ (2*diastolic blood pressure))/3 shall be calculated.
3 months after intervention blood pressure measures
Measurements of blood pressure 3 months after the intervention will be performed using a validated oscillometer. Participants will remain at rest for five minutes before the assessment. They will place their left arm, on which the measurement will be taken, on the table so that the cuff is at the level of the heart, 2 cm from the elbow. In addition, any clothing that may alter the results shall be removed. Once in this position, the air tube of the cuff shall be placed on the front of the upper arm in line with the middle finger and the blue arrow on the cuff. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure data, measured in mmHg, shall be taken, and then the mean arterial pressure = (systolic blood pressure+ (2*diastolic blood pressure))/3 shall be calculated.
6 months after intervention blood pressure measures
Measurements of blood pressure 6 months after the intervention will be performed using a validated oscillometer. Participants will remain at rest for five minutes before the assessment. They will place their left arm, on which the measurement will be taken, on the table so that the cuff is at the level of the heart, 2 cm from the elbow. In addition, any clothing that may alter the results shall be removed. Once in this position, the air tube of the cuff shall be placed on the front of the upper arm in line with the middle finger and the blue arrow on the cuff. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure data, measured in mmHg, shall be taken, and then the mean arterial pressure = (systolic blood pressure+ (2*diastolic blood pressure))/3 shall be calculated.
Baseline body composition weight measures
The weight assessment of body composition will be performed by impedance to obtain patients' global bodyweight, musculoskeletal mass, mineral mass, fat mass and upper and lower extremities segmental fat and lean mass weight. All the measures will be reported in kilograms.
After intervention body composition weight measures
The weight assessment of body composition after the intervention will be performed by impedance to obtain patients' global bodyweight, musculoskeletal mass, mineral mass, fat mass and upper and lower extremities segmental fat and lean mass weight. All the measures will be reported in kilograms.
3 months after intervention body composition weight measures
The weight assessment of body composition 3 months after the intervention will be performed by impedance to obtain patients' global bodyweight, musculoskeletal mass, mineral mass, fat mass and upper and lower extremities segmental fat and lean mass weight. All the measures will be reported in kilograms.
6 months after intervention body composition weight measures
The weight assessment of body composition 6 months after the intervention will be performed by impedance to obtain patients' global bodyweight, musculoskeletal mass, mineral mass, fat mass and upper and lower extremities segmental fat and lean mass weight. All the measures will be reported in kilograms
Baseline body composition percentages measures
The assessment of the body fat percentage of the participants is a variable to be taken into consideration. Therefore, thought impedance patients' body fat percentage and upper and lower extremities segmental fat and lean mass percentages will be recorded.
After intervention body composition percentages measures
The assessment of the body percentage of the participants is a variable to be taken into consideration. Therefore, thought impedance, patients' body fat percentage and upper and lower extremities segmental fat and lean mass percentages will be recorded after the intervention.
3 months after intervention body composition percentages measures
The assessment of the body percentage of the participants is a variable to be taken into consideration. Therefore, thought impedance, patients' body fat percentage and upper and lower extremities segmental fat and lean mass percentages will be recorded 3 months after the intervention.
6 months after intervention body composition percentages measures
The assessment of the body percentage of the participants is a variable to be taken into consideration. Therefore, thought impedance, patients' body fat percentage and upper and lower extremities segmental fat and lean mass percentages will be recorded 6 months after the intervention.
Baseline body water measures
By employing also impedance body water evaluation, measured in liters, will be carried out.
After intervention body water measures
By employing also impedance, body water evaluation, measured in liters, will be carried out after the intervention.
3 months after intervention body water measures
By employing also impedance, body water evaluation, measured in liters, will be carried out 3 months after the intervention.
6 months after intervention body water measures
By employing also impedance, body water evaluation, measured in liters, will be carried out 6 months after the intervention.
Baseline anthropometric measures
Patients' height and body perimeters will be assessed in centimeters. Especially, waist circumference, hip circumference, arm circumferences, leg circumferences will be measured following the guidelines set by the American College of Sports Medicine. Afterward, patients' height will be used together with their corresponding weight to calculate patients Body Mass Index.
After intervention anthropometric measures
Patients' height and body perimeters will be assessed in centimeters immediately after the intervention. Especially, waist circumference, hip circumference, arm circumferences, leg circumferences will be measured following the guidelines set by the American College of Sports Medicine. Afterward, patients' height will be used together with their corresponding weight to calculate patients Body Mass Index.
3 months after intervention anthropometric measures
Patients' height and body perimeters will be assessed in centimeters 3 months after the end of the intervention. Especially, waist circumference, hip circumference, arm circumferences, leg circumferences will be measured following the guidelines set by the American College of Sports Medicine. Afterward, patients' height will be used together with their corresponding weight to calculate patients Body Mass Index.
6 months after intervention anthropometric measures
Patients' height and body perimeters will be assessed in centimeters 6 months after the end of the intervention. Especially, waist circumference, hip circumference, arm circumferences, leg circumferences will be measured following the guidelines set by the American College of Sports Medicine. Afterward, patients' height will be used together with their corresponding weight to calculate patients Body Mass Index.
Baseline cardiorespiratory fitness
To record cardiorespiratory fitness, maximum heart rate and patients' perception of exertion, the Bruce incremental submaximal test (modified) was performed on a treadmill. During the test, the patients will wear a chest strap for heart rate monitoring. Thus, following the protocol created by Bruce, the treadmill will start with a 0% incline and a speed of 1.7 m/h which will be maintained for the first 3 minutes. Every 3 minutes, both the speed and the incline will be increased until the participants decide that their fatigue is too great to continue. At the end of the test, the recovery heart rate is recorded 1 minute after stopping the test to assess the recovery rate. Subsequently, the maximum oxygen consumption of each patient (VO2max = 2.282* (time) + 8.545) will be calculated from the formula proposed by the creators.
After intervention cardiorespiratory fitness
To record cardiorespiratory fitness after the intervention, maximum heart rate and patients' perception of exertion, the Bruce incremental submaximal test (modified) was performed on a treadmill. During the test, the patients will wear a chest strap for heart rate monitoring. Thus, following the protocol created by Bruce, the treadmill will start with a 0% incline and a speed of 1.7 m/h which will be maintained for the first 3 minutes. Every 3 minutes, both the speed and the incline will be increased until the participants decide that their fatigue is too great to continue. At the end of the test, the recovery heart rate is recorded 1 minute after stopping the test to assess the recovery rate. Subsequently, the maximum oxygen consumption of each patient (VO2max = 2.282* (time) + 8.545) will be calculated from the formula proposed by the creators.
3 months after intervention cardiorespiratory fitness
To record cardiorespiratory fitness 3 months after the intervention, maximum heart rate and patients' perception of exertion, the Bruce incremental submaximal test (modified) was performed on a treadmill. During the test, the patients will wear a chest strap for heart rate monitoring. Thus, following the protocol created by Bruce, the treadmill will start with a 0% incline and a speed of 1.7 m/h which will be maintained for the first 3 minutes. Every 3 minutes, both the speed and the incline will be increased until the participants decide that their fatigue is too great to continue. At the end of the test, the recovery heart rate is recorded 1 minute after stopping the test to assess the recovery rate. Subsequently, the maximum oxygen consumption of each patient (VO2max = 2.282* (time) + 8.545) will be calculated from the formula proposed by the creators.
6 months after intervention cardiorespiratory fitness
To record cardiorespiratory fitness 6 months after the intervention, maximum heart rate and patients' perception of exertion, the Bruce incremental submaximal test (modified) was performed on a treadmill. During the test, the patients will wear a chest strap for heart rate monitoring. Thus, following the protocol created by Bruce, the treadmill will start with a 0% incline and a speed of 1.7 m/h which will be maintained for the first 3 minutes. Every 3 minutes, both the speed and the incline will be increased until the participants decide that their fatigue is too great to continue. At the end of the test, the recovery heart rate is recorded 1 minute after stopping the test to assess the recovery rate. Subsequently, the maximum oxygen consumption of each patient (VO2max = 2.282* (time) + 8.545) will be calculated from the formula proposed by the creators.
Baseline measurement of lower-body strength endurance
Functional strength will be measure by the 30 seconds chair stand test. The patient will stand up, position herself fully stretched, and perform as many repetitions as possible in 30 seconds.
After intervention measurement of lower-body strength endurance
Functional strength will be measure by the 30 seconds chair stand test. The patient will stand up, position herself fully stretched, and perform as many repetitions as possible in 30 seconds.
3 months after intervention measurement of lower-body strength endurance
Functional strength will be measure by the 30 seconds chair stand test. The patient will stand up, position herself fully stretched, and perform as many repetitions as possible in 30 seconds.
6 months after intervention measurement of lower-body strength endurance
Functional strength will be measure by the 30 seconds chair stand test. The patient will stand up, positioning herself fully stretched, and perform as many repetitions as possible in 30 seconds.
Baseline maximal strength
The evaluation of maximal strength will be performed by using an encoder for the correct calculation of the Maximum Repetition (RM) from the speed and power generated by moving the weight vertically. The participants will perform 4 tests to assess the different muscular groups' strength (Back Squat Test, Deadlift Test, Lunge Test, Barbell Hip Thrust Test). Concretely, 4-5 repetitions will be performed with incremental weights where the speed of execution decreases.
After intervention maximal strength
The evaluation of maximal strength after the intervention will be performed by using an encoder for the correct calculation of the Maximum Repetition (RM) from the speed and power generated by moving the weight vertically. The participants will perform 4 tests to assess the different muscular groups' strength (Back Squat Test, Deadlift Test, Lunge Test, Barbell Hip Thrust Test). Concretely, 4-5 repetitions will be performed with incremental weights where the speed of execution decreases.
3 months after intervention maximal strength
The evaluation of maximal strength 3 months after the intervention will be performed by using an encoder for the correct calculation of the Maximum Repetition (RM) from the speed and power generated by moving the weight vertically. The participants will perform 4 tests to assess the different muscular groups' strength (Back Squat Test, Deadlift Test, Lunge Test, Barbell Hip Thrust Test). Concretely, 4-5 repetitions will be performed with incremental weights where the speed of execution decreases.
6 months after intervention maximal strength
The evaluation of maximal strength 6 months after the intervention will be performed by using an encoder for the correct calculation of the Maximum Repetition (RM) from the speed and power generated by moving the weight vertically. The participants will perform 4 tests to assess the different muscular groups' strength (Back Squat Test, Deadlift Test, Lunge Test, Barbell Hip Thrust Test). Concretely, 4-5 repetitions will be performed with incremental weights where the speed of execution decreases.
Baseline vertical applied force
The force-power will be measured using a countermovement jump test (CMJ) and squat jump test (SJ). From these tests, the maximum force (N) and power (P) exerted during impulse and landing, flight time (ms) and jump height (cm) will be obtained. For the evaluation of the different variables indicated, different technologies will be used such as a jump platform and/or the recording of each of the jumps for subsequent analysis with the validated application of My Jump and Kinovea.
After intervention vertical applied force
The after-intervention force-power will be measured using a countermovement jump test (CMJ) and squat jump test (SJ). From these tests, the maximum force (N) and power (P) exerted during impulse and landing, flight time (ms) and jump height (cm) will be obtained. For the evaluation of the different variables indicated, different technologies will be used such as a jump platform and/or the recording of each of the jumps for subsequent analysis with the validated application of My Jump and Kinovea.
3 months intervention vertical applied force
The force-power 3 months after the intervention will be measured using a countermovement jump test (CMJ) and squat jump test (SJ). From these tests, the maximum force (N) and power (P) exerted during impulse and landing, flight time (ms) and jump height (cm) will be obtained. For the evaluation of the different variables indicated, different technologies will be used such as a jump platform and/or the recording of each of the jumps for subsequent analysis with the validated application of My Jump and Kinovea.
6 months intervention vertical applied force
The force-power 6 months after the intervention will be measured using a countermovement jump test (CMJ) and squat jump test (SJ). From these tests, the maximum force (N) and power (P) exerted during impulse and landing, flight time (ms) and jump height (cm) will be obtained. For the evaluation of the different variables indicated, different technologies will be used such as a jump platform and/or the recording of each of the jumps for subsequent analysis with the validated application of My Jump and Kinovea.
Baseline measurement of upper body strength endurance
The strength endurance of the patients will be measured utilizing the 30-second arm curl test reporting the maximum number of repetitions in 30 seconds.
After intervention measurement of upper body strength endurance
The strength endurance of the patients after the intervention will be measured employing the 30-second arm curl test reporting the maximum number of repetitions in 30 seconds.
3 months after intervention measurement of upper body strength endurance
The strength endurance of the patients 3 months after the intervention will be measured utilizing the 30-second arm curl test reporting the maximum number of repetitions in 30 seconds.
6 months after intervention measurement of upper body strength endurance
The strength endurance of the patients 6 months after the intervention will be measured employing the 30-second arm curl test reporting the maximum number of repetitions in 30 seconds.
Baseline maximal upper body strength
Maximal strength of different muscular group exercises will be assessed (chest press, shoulder press, bent over row, biceps curl with barbell, Triceps extension with barbell) based on the number of repetitions that the participants are able to perform. An encoder will be used to calculate the Maximum Repetition (RM) by the speed and power generated by moving the weight vertically.
After intervention maximal upper body strength
Maximal strength of different muscular group exercises after the intervention will be assessed (chest press, shoulder press, bent over row, biceps curl with barbell, Triceps extension with barbell) based on the number of repetitions that the participants are able to perform. An encoder will be used to calculate the Maximum Repetition (RM) by the speed and power generated by moving the weight vertically.
3 months after intervention maximal upper body strength
Maximal strength of different muscular group exercises 3 months after the intervention will be assessed (chest press, shoulder press, bent over row, biceps curl with barbell, Triceps extension with barbell) based on the number of repetitions that the participants are able to perform. An encoder will be used to calculate the Maximum Repetition (RM) by the speed and power generated by moving the weight vertically.
6 months after intervention maximal upper body strength
Maximal strength of different muscular group exercises 6 months after the intervention will be assessed (chest press, shoulder press, bent over row, biceps curl with barbell, Triceps extension with barbell) based on the number of repetitions that the participants are able to perform. An encoder will be used to calculate the Maximum Repetition (RM) by the speed and power generated by moving the weight vertically.
Baseline measurement of agility and dynamic balance
The 8-foot up-and-go test will be employed to measure dynamic balance and agility, where the participants will get up from the chair and walk as fast as possible to the cone, placed 2,44 meters far away, and around the cone, back to the chair. The outcome measure will be the time spend in seconds.
After intervention measurement of agility and dynamic balance
The 8-foot up-and-go test will be employed to measure dynamic balance and agility after the intervention, where the participants will get up from the chair and walk as fast as possible to the cone, placed 2,44 meters far away, and around the cone, back to the chair. The outcome measure will be the time spend in seconds.
3 months after intervention measurement of agility and dynamic balance
The 8-foot up-and-go test will be employed to measure dynamic balance and agility 3 months after the intervention, where the participants will get up from the chair and walk as fast as possible to the cone, placed 2,44 meters far away, and around the cone, back to the chair. The outcome measure will be the time spend in seconds.
6 months after intervention measurement of agility and dynamic balance
The 8-foot up-and-go test will be employed to measure dynamic balance and agility 6 months after the intervention, where the participants will get up from the chair and walk as fast as possible to the cone, placed 2,44 meters far away, and around the cone, back to the chair. The outcome measure will be the time spend in seconds.
Baseline static monopodal balance
The one-leg stand test from the adults ALHPA battery will assess static balance. For this purpose, the patient will be placed in monopodal support, placing the sole on the inside of the knee. The time reached, in seconds, without touching the group with the other foot will be recorded.
After intervention static monopodal balance
The one-leg stand test from the adults ALHPA battery will assess static balance after the intervention. For this purpose, the patient will be placed in monopodal support, placing the sole of the foot on the inside of the knee. The time reached, in seconds, without touching the group with the other foot will be recorded.
3 months after intervention static monopodal balance
The one-leg stand test from the adults ALHPA battery will assess static balance 3 months after the intervention. For this purpose, the patient will be placed in monopodal support, placing the sole on the inside of the knee. The time reached, in seconds, without touching the group with the other foot will be recorded.
6 months after intervention static monopodal balance
The one-leg stand test from the adults ALHPA battery will assess static balance 6 months after the intervention. For this purpose, the patient will be placed in monopodal support, placing the sole of the foot on the inside of the knee. The time reached, in seconds, without touching the group with the other foot will be recorded
Baseline measurement of upper body flexibility
Flexibility will be assessed using the Back scratch test, previously used in breast cancer patients and belonging to the Senior Fitness Test battery. During the test, participants will stand upright and try to reach over their head, with their arm in flexion and external rotation, to touch their other hand, which will be placed on their back in a supine position with the arm flexed. The centimeters left or passed from one hand to the other will be noted.
After intervention measurement of upper body flexibility
Flexibility after the intervention will be assessed using the Back scratch test, previously used in breast cancer patients and belonging to the Senior Fitness Test battery. During the test, participants will stand upright and try to reach over their head, with their arm in flexion and external rotation, to touch their other hand, which will be placed on their back in a supine position with the arm flexed. The centimeters left or passed from one hand to the other will be noted.
3 months after intervention measurement of upper body flexibility
Flexibility 3 months after the intervention will be assessed using the Back scratch test, previously used in breast cancer patients and belonging to the Senior Fitness Test battery. During the test, participants will stand upright and try to reach over their head, with their arm in flexion and external rotation, to touch their other hand, which will be placed on their back in a supine position with the arm flexed. The centimeters left or passed from one hand to the other will be noted.
6 months after intervention measurement of upper body flexibility
Flexibility 6 months after the intervention will be assessed using the Back scratch test, previously used in breast cancer patients and belonging to the Senior Fitness Test battery. During the test, participants will stand upright and try to reach over their head, with their arm in flexion and external rotation, to touch their other hand, which will be placed on their back in a supine position with the arm flexed. The centimeters left or passed from one hand to the other will be noted.
Baseline measurement of lower body flexibility
Hamstring flexibility will be measured using the V Sit and Reach test where the participant will be seated on the floor with knees fully extended and feet 30 cm apart. A tape measure will be placed on the floor, equidistant between the feet, placing the 0 cm in line with the heels. Pressing the palms of the hands together and keeping the elbows fully extended, the participants shall bend their trunk as far as possible over the tape measure. The results will be expressed in centimeters reporting the distance left or passed from the feet.
After intervention measurement of lower body flexibility
Hamstring flexibility after the intervention will be measured using the V Sit and Reach test where the participant will be seated on the floor with knees fully extended and feet 30 cm apart. A tape measure will be placed on the floor, equidistant between the feet, placing the 0 cm in line with the heels. Pressing the palms of the hands together and keeping the elbows fully extended, the participants shall bend their trunk as far as possible over the tape measure. The results will be expressed in centimeters reporting the distance left or passed from the feet.
3 months after intervention measurement of lower body flexibility
Hamstring flexibility 3 months after the intervention will be measured using the V Sit and Reach test where the participant will be seated on the floor with knees fully extended and feet 30 cm apart. A tape measure will be placed on the floor, equidistant between the feet, placing the 0 cm in line with the heels. Pressing the palms of the hands together and keeping the elbows fully extended, the participants shall bend their trunk as far as possible over the tape measure. The results will be expressed in centimeters reporting the distance left or passed from the feet.
6 months after intervention measurement of lower body flexibility
Hamstring flexibility 6 months after the intervention will be measured using the V Sit and Reach test where the participant will be seated on the floor with knees fully extended and feet 30 cm apart. A tape measure will be placed on the floor, equidistant between the feet, placing the 0 cm in line with the heels. Pressing the palms of the hands together and keeping the elbows fully extended, the participants shall bend their trunk as far as possible over the tape measure. The results will be expressed in centimeters reporting the distance left or passed from the feet.
Baseline health-related quality of life measure
Psychological variables will be assessed employing self-administered questionnaires specifically validated for cancer patients. Health-related quality of life will be assessed using the EORTC QLQ-C30 Quality of Life Questionnaire which includes functional and cancer-specific symptom assessment. Higher global scores will mean a higher quality of life.
After intervention health-related quality of life measure
Psychological variables will be assessed employing self-administered questionnaires specifically validated for cancer patients. Health-related quality of life will be assessed using the EORTC QLQ-C30 Quality of Life Questionnaire which includes functional and cancer-specific symptom assessment. Higher global scores will mean a higher quality of life.
3 months after intervention health-related quality of life measure
Psychological variables will be assessed utilizing self-administered questionnaires specifically validated for cancer patients. Health-related quality of life will be assessed 3 months after the intervention using the EORTC QLQ-C30 Quality of Life Questionnaire which includes functional and cancer-specific symptom assessment. Higher global scores will mean a higher quality of life.
6 months after intervention health-related quality of life measure
Psychological variables will be assessed through self-administered questionnaires specifically validated for cancer patients. Health-related quality of life 6 months after the intervention will be assessed using the EORTC QLQ-C30 Quality of Life Questionnaire which includes functional and cancer-specific symptom assessment. Higher global scores will mean a higher quality of life.
Baseline cancer-related fatigue
To assess cancer-related fatigue, the FACT-F questionnaire will be employed. It includes 13 items where patients will select their fatigue perception with a Likert scale from 1 to 5 being 1 the lowest fatigue score and 5 the highest.
After intervention cancer-related fatigue
To assess cancer-related fatigue after the intervention, the FACT-F questionnaire will be employed. It includes 13 items where patients will select their fatigue perception with a Likert scale from 1 to 5 being 1 the lowest fatigue score and 5 the highest.
3 months after intervention cancer-related fatigue
To assess cancer-related fatigue 3 months after the intervention, the FACT-F questionnaire will be employed. It includes 13 items where patients will select their fatigue perception with a Likert scale from 1 to 5 being 1 the lowest fatigue score and 5 the highest.
6 months after intervention cancer-related fatigue
To assess cancer-related fatigue 6 months after the intervention, the FACT-F questionnaire will be employed. It includes 13 items where patients will select their fatigue perception with a Likert scale from 1 to 5 being 1 the lowest fatigue score and 5 the highest.
Baseline life satisfaction measure
Life satisfaction will be assessed using the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) questionnaire. The scale is composed of 5 items to score with a Likert scale from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree).
After intervention life satisfaction measure
Life satisfaction after the intervention will be assessed using the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) questionnaire. The scale is composed of 5 items to score with a Likert scale from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree).
3 months after intervention life satisfaction measure
Life satisfaction 3 months after the intervention will be assessed using the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) questionnaire. The scale is composed of 5 items to score with a Likert scale from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree).
6 months after intervention life satisfaction measure
Life satisfaction 6 months after the intervention will be assessed using the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) questionnaire. The scale is composed of 5 items to score with a Likert scale from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree).
Baseline self-esteem
Patients' level of self-esteem will be assessed using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale which includes 10 items. Participants will have to score each item with a Likert scale from 1 (strongly disagree) to 4 (strongly agree).
After intervention self-esteem
Patients' level of self-esteem will be assessed after intervention using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale which includes 10 items. Participants will have to score each item with a Likert scale from 1 (strongly disagree) to 4 (strongly agree).
3 months after intervention self-esteem measure
Patients' level of self-esteem will be assessed 3 months after the intervention using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale which includes 10 items. Participants will have to score each item with a Likert scale from 1 (strongly disagree) to 4 (strongly agree).
6 months after intervention self-esteem measure
Patients' level of self-esteem will be assessed 6 months after the intervention using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale which includes 10 items. Participants will have to score each item with a Likert scale from 1 (strongly disagree) to 4 (strongly agree).
Baseline anxiety and depression perception measure
Anxiety and depression will be evaluated by the HAD Scale (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale). It is composed of 14 items and participants will have to choose one from 4 options to select the affirmation which better corresponds to their perception.
After intervention anxiety and depression perception measure
Anxiety and depression will be evaluated after intervention by the HAD Scale (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale). It is composed by 14 items and participants will have to choose one from 4 options to select the affirmation which better corresponds to their perception.
3 months after intervention anxiety and depression perception measure
Anxiety and depression will be evaluated 3 months after the intervention by the HAD Scale (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale). It is composed of 14 items and participants will have to choose one from 4 options to select the affirmation which better corresponds to their perception.
6 months after intervention anxiety and depression perception measure
Anxiety and depression will be evaluated 6 months after the intervention by the HAD Scale (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale). It is composed of 14 items and participants will have to choose one from 4 options to select the affirmation which better corresponds to their perception.
Baseline Shoulder disability perception measure
For the assessment of their perception of disability due to shoulder mobility, the Quick DASH (Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) questionnaire will be used. It is an 11- item self-administered survey referenced over 7 days prior to administration.
After intervention shoulder disability perception measure
For the assessment of their perception of disability due to shoulder mobility, the Quick DASH (Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) questionnaire will be used after the intervention. It is an 11- item self-administered survey referenced over 7 days prior to administration.
3 months after the intervention shoulder disability perception measure
For the assessment of their perception of disability due to shoulder mobility, the Quick DASH (Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) questionnaire will be used 3 months after the intervention. It is an 11- item self-administered survey referenced over 7 days prior to administration.
6 months after the intervention shoulder disability perception measure
For the assessment of their perception of disability due to shoulder mobility, the Quick DASH (Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) questionnaire will be used 6 months after the intervention. It is an 11- item self-administered survey referenced over 7 days prior to administration.
Baseline physical activity level measure
The International Physical Activity Questionnaire will be administered to assess the physical activity level of patients before starting the exercise programme. Participants will report the activity performed during the prior 7 days specifying the time spent in each type of physical activity.
After intervention physical activity level measure
The International Physical Activity Questionnaire will be administered to assess the physical activity level of patients after the end of the programme. Participants will report the activity performed during the prior 7 days specifying the time spent in each type of physical activity.
3 months after intervention physical activity level measure
The International Physical Activity Questionnaire will be administered to assess the physical activity level of patients after 3 months of the end of the programme. Participants will report the activity performed during the prior 7 days specifying the time spent in each type of physical activity.
6 months after intervention physical activity level measure
The International Physical Activity Questionnaire will be administered to assess the physical activity level of patients after 6 months of the end of the programme. Participants will report the activity performed during the prior 7 days specifying the time spent in each type of physical activity.
Baseline exercise motivation
The existence or not of behavioural change/motivation towards exercise will be assessed before the intervention by using the Behaviour Regulation in Physical Exercise Scale (BREQ-2). The BREQ-2 is a 19 item questionnaire that measures the stages of the self-determination continuum concerning motivation to exercise with a 5 point Likert scale (0=not true for me, 4=very true for me).
After intervention exercise motivation
The existence or not of behavioural change/motivation towards exercise will be assessed after the intervention by using the Behaviour Regulation in Physical Exercise Scale (BREQ-2). The BREQ-2 is a 19 item questionnaire that measures the stages of the self-determination continuum concerning motivation to exercise with a 5 point Likert scale (0=not true for me, 4=very true for me).
3 months after intervention exercise motivation
The existence or not of behavioural change/motivation towards exercise will be assessed 3 months after the intervention by using the Behaviour Regulation in Physical Exercise Scale (BREQ-2). The BREQ-2 is a 19 item questionnaire that measures the stages of the self-determination continuum concerning motivation to exercise with a 5 point Likert scale (0=not true for me, 4=very true for me).
6 months after intervention exercise motivation
The existence or not of behavioural change/motivation towards exercise will be assessed 6 months after the intervention by using the Behaviour Regulation in Physical Exercise Scale (BREQ-2). The BREQ-2 is a 19 item questionnaire that measures the stages of the self-determination continuum concerning motivation to exercise with a 5 point Likert scale (0=not true for me, 4=very true for me).
Baseline kinesiophobia
Fear of movement will be measured before intervention by using the Tampa Kinesiophobia Scale. The scale is composed by 17 items that include two subscales, one measures activity avoidance and the other one somatic focus. The total score of the scale range from 17- 68, where 17 means no kinesiophobia, 68 means severe kinesiophobia.
After intervention kinesiophobia
Fear of movement will be measured after the intervention by using the Tampa Kinesiophobia Scale. The scale is composed of 17 items that include two subscales, one measures activity avoidance and the other one somatic focus. The total score of the scale range from 17- 68, where 17 means no kinesiophobia, 68 means severe kinesiophobia.
3 months after intervention kinesiophobia
Fear of movement will be measured 3 months after the intervention by using the Tampa Kinesiophobia Scale. The scale is composed of 17 items that include two subscales, one measures activity avoidance and the other one somatic focus. The total score of the scale range from 17- 68, where 17 means no kinesiophobia, 68 means severe kinesiophobia.
6 months after intervention kinesiophobia
Fear of movement will be measured 6 months after the intervention by using the Tampa Kinesiophobia Scale. The scale is composed of 17 items that include two subscales, one measures activity avoidance and the other one somatic focus. The total score of the scale range from 17- 68, where 17 means no kinesiophobia, 68 means severe kinesiophobia.