Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Courses

Beginner Aerobics and Cardio Workout - 30 Minutes

Engage with a beginner-friendly 30-minute cardio workout that boosts heart health, balance, and mood through low-impact movements, with options for seated variations and no equipment needed.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Core Strength and Stability - Yoga, Barre, and Pilates Fusion

Enhance your knowledge of core stability through a blend of yoga, barre, and Pilates movements, incorporating controlled breathing and proper alignment for improved body wellness and strength.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Full Body Strength Training Workout - 45 Minutes

Engage with a comprehensive full-body strength training workout led by an expert exercise physiologist, designed to enhance overall muscular fitness and physical well-being.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Self-Massage and Yoga for Lymphedema - Session 8

Learn self-massage techniques and gentle yoga movements to manage lymphedema, support lymphatic health, and reduce swelling through guided instruction from certified lymphedema therapists.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Qigong, Tai Chi, and Meditation for Internal Organs, Hips and Groin - 45 min

Discover Qigong and Tai Chi techniques for internal organs, hips, and groin with Master Ramel Rones. Learn static postures, dynamic movements, deep breathing, and meditation to increase circulation, reduce stagnation, and strengthen legs and core.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Gentle Yoga Flow (45 min)

Engage with a moderately paced yoga flow designed to build strength, flexibility, and balance through a continuous sequence of postures, ideal for those with yoga experience and fewer mobility limitations.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Chair Yoga Flow - 45 Minutes

Discover gentle chair yoga that improves posture and energy flow through supportive movements. Perfect for beginners, those with mobility issues, joint pain, or balance problems due to peripheral neuropathy.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Self-Massage and Yoga for Lymphedema - Session 9

Learn self-massage techniques and yoga practices to manage lymphedema in this interactive session from Dana-Farber Zakim Center, designed for cancer patients with lymphedema or lymphedema risk.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Core Strength - 30 Minute Workout

Enhance your knowledge of core stability through a 30-minute blend of yoga, barre, Pilates, and muscle conditioning with controlled breathing techniques suitable for all levels.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Qigong, Tai Chi, and Meditation for Upper Body - 45 Minutes

Discover Qigong and Tai Chi techniques for shoulders, neck, and arms with Master Ramel Rones. Learn static and dynamic stretches, strengthening movements, and meditation to relieve stiffness, pain, and stress.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Beginners Aerobics/Cardio Workout - 30 Minutes

Engage with a 30-minute beginner-friendly aerobic workout that boosts cardiovascular health, improves cognitive skills, and enhances mood, with seated modifications available for all fitness levels.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Gentle Yoga Flow (45 min)

Engage with a moderately paced yoga flow designed to build strength, flexibility, and balance through a continuous sequence of postures, ideal for those with yoga experience and fewer mobility limitations.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Legacy Planning: Navigating the Future with Planning, Preparation and Practice Guidance

Gain insights into basic estate planning concepts and practical steps for protecting your legacy, ensuring smooth transitions for your family, and helping loved ones settle an estate.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Hot Topics in Nutrition - Focus on Fiber

Discover why fiber is a crucial nutrient, where to find it, how much you need, and practical strategies to meet recommended fiber intake goals for better health.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Understanding and Mediating Anxiety Around Scans - "Scanxiety" Workshop

Explore the phenomenon of "scanxiety" with social workers who explain how anxiety manifests around medical imaging and share effective management techniques for patients and families.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video