Experiences and Suggestions from an Exercise and Support Group Program for Older Breast Cancer Survivors: Insights from the IMPROVE Trial Qualitative Analysis - Takeaways - MDSpire

Experiences and Suggestions from an Exercise and Support Group Program for Older Breast Cancer Survivors: Insights from the IMPROVE Trial Qualitative Analysis

  • By

  • Jasmin Hundal

  • Dionne Williams

  • Nora L. Nock

  • Kristina Austin

  • Elizabeth Bennet

  • Stephen Cerne

  • Halle C. F. Moore

  • Jean Petkac

  • Kathryn H. Schmitz

  • Nathan A. Berger

  • Cynthia Owusu

  • January 6, 2026

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    Older breast cancer survivors, particularly those aged 65 and older, face significant challenges in maintaining physical activity levels.

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    Disparities in physical activity are pronounced among African American and socioeconomically disadvantaged breast cancer survivors.

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    The IMPROVE trial evaluated the effectiveness of structured exercise versus support group plus Fitbit interventions for older survivors.

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    Qualitative exit interviews provided insights into participants' experiences and recommendations for future physical activity programs.

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    Social support and self-efficacy are critical factors in sustaining physical activity among older breast cancer survivors.

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Experiences and Suggestions from an Exercise and Support Group Program for Older Breast Cancer Survivors: Insights from the IMPROVE Trial Qualitative Analysis

  • by Jasmin Hundal, Dionne Williams, Nora L. Nock, Kristina Austin, Elizabeth Bennet, Stephen Cerne, Halle C. F. Moore, Jean Petkac, Kathryn H. Schmitz, Nathan A. Berger, Cynthia Owusu

  • January 6, 2026

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