{"id":31625,"date":"2021-11-21T06:18:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-21T06:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/?p=31625"},"modified":"2026-09-08T20:30:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T20:30:10","slug":"exercise-for-hormone-therapy-side-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/prostate-health\/exercise-for-hormone-therapy-side-effects\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Exercise Reduce Side Effects of Prostate Cancer Hormone Therapy?"},"content":{"rendered":"In 2019, 44% of American men with prostate cancer chose to address their cancer with hormone therapy.\n\n<!-- \/wp:post-content -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nAlso known as androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), hormonal therapy focuses on decreasing androgen levels.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nBut, just like any cancer treatment, hormone therapy ends up with side effects.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe question is, can exercise help curb these adverse reactions? Here is what research has to say.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Side effects of hormone therapy for prostate cancer<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/hormone-therapy-for-prostate-cancer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hormonal therapy<\/a> plays an essential role in prostate cancer treatment. But, the therapy has also been a subject of heavy criticism.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3722884\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Some experts<\/a> claim the cancer treatment shows minimal effectiveness. While other researchers suggest the treatment can reduce men\u2019s quality of life and induce side effects.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe typical <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/managing-hormone-therapy-side-effects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">side effects of hormone therapy for prostate cancer<\/a> include:\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/sexual-health\/hot-flashes-in-men\/\">Hot <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/sexual-health\/hot-flashes-in-men\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">flashes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li>Bone loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li>Susceptibility to fractures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/sexual-health\/erectile-dysfunction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Erectile dysfunction<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li>Plummeting libido<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li>Loss in muscle mass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li>Reduction in physical strength<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li>Blood lipid fluctuations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li>Weight gain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/diabetes-health\/signs-of-insulin-resistance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Insulin resistance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li>Elevated risk for heart problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li>Mood swings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/sexual-health\/how-to-prevent-gynecomastia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gynecomastia<\/a> (breast tissue growth)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul>\n \t<li>Exhaustion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHormone therapy is a viable treatment alternative for many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/prostate-cancer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prostate cancer<\/a> patients. The AR gene offers instructions for creating a protein known as the androgen receptor. These are hormones, like the testosterone hormone, and play a key role in sexual development in men. By shutting the genes on and off and regulating any hormone, it is possible to reduce cancer.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2><strong>Can Exercise Reduce the Side Effects of Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nAccording to the University of East Anglia, a prescription in short-term physical activities for men can ease the side effects of hormone therapy for prostate cancer. Particularly in those with metastatic prostate cancer.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2019\/12\/191209110515.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">2019 therapy trial<\/a> aimed to decrease adverse reactions such as the elevated risk of heart issues and weight gain. Treatment data showed that after three months, resistance and aerobic training prevented side effects. Mainly in fatigue and cardiopulmonary fitness.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2><strong>Exercises That Can Help<\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nA structured exercise program has much to offer patients living with prostate cancer, stated professor John Saxton from UEA&#8217;s Norwich Medical School.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nHormone therapy is known for causing unwanted adverse reactions, such as hot flashes, erectile dysfunction, and more. But, with the susceptibility to heart diseases, it is now more important than ever to work on your fitness routine.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThis study indicates that some of the adverse events from androgen deprivation are decreased in men who start to exercise regularly. Options like aerobic and resistance training during androgen therapy can help. A tailored treatment and fitness program can create notable effects.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nA combination of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/weight-training-benefits-for-prostate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">weight training<\/a> (muscle-building) with aerobic fitness (walking and running) are a popular choice for prostate cancer. Patients with prostate cancer should start exercising about the same time they start taking the prescribed androgen medication.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nMany experts also recommend exercise for losing muscle, energy, loss of bone, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/diabetes-health\/signs-of-insulin-resistance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">insulin resistance<\/a>. Being physically active can help ease some of these adverse events from hormone therapy or androgen meds. But, the sexual side effects of this therapy are often the most difficult to deal with.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nMost emotional and sexual adverse events dissipate after a man stops taking hormone therapy. But, for older patients who\u2019ve been relying on this treatment for an extended period, their testosterone might not fully recover. That\u2019s where erectile dysfunction drugs or herbal remedies might help.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThe prostate gland goes through a series of changes when dealing with prostate cancer. With hormone therapy, androgen production must be kept in check to treat the prostate.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n\nThat\u2019s where side effects like hot flashes can occur. Hormone releasing meds are here to mitigate cancer problems.\u00a0Exercise can manage some of the adverse reactions of hormone therapy for individuals with prostate cancer.\n\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In 2019, 44% of American men with prostate cancer chose to address their cancer with hormone therapy. Also known as androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), hormonal therapy focuses on decreasing androgen levels. But, just like any cancer treatment, hormone therapy ends up with side effects. The question is, can exercise help curb these adverse reactions? 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