Powerlifter and Cancer Researcher LaShae Rolle (IMAGE)

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

Powerlifter and Cancer Researcher LaShae Rolle

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A first-of-its-kind study, led by LaShae Rolle, a 27 y/o breast cancer researcher, survivor and elite powerlifter, challenges the long-held belief that cancer patients should stick to low- or moderate exercise and suggests that with individualized and symptom-informed exercise planning, even powerlifting can be safe and beneficial.

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Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

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