Exercise after breast cancer: a new prescription for survival?

NCT ID NCT05957068

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a 24-week exercise program combining brisk walking and strength training can improve survival in women with early-stage breast cancer. Over 2,000 participants will be enrolled within 8 weeks of finishing surgery or chemotherapy. The program starts with in-person sessions and continues with remote or gym-based training. Researchers will track cancer recurrence and overall survival.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Exercise programme (aerobic exercise and strength training)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that regular exercise after breast cancer treatment helps reduce the risk of cancer returning and improves overall survival.
What could go wrong: This is a behavioral intervention, not a drug, so results may vary widely. The study is large but still observational in nature regarding survival outcomes, and exercise adherence may be challenging for some participants.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast cancer breast neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

EARLY-STAGE BREAST CANCER LOCALLY ADVANCED BREAST CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

National Cancer Centre
RECRUITING

Singapore, 168583, Singapore
National University Hospital
RECRUITING

Singapore, 119074, Singapore
Singapore General Hospital
RECRUITING

Singapore, 169608, Singapore

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