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Springer, Supportive Care in Cancer, 10(22), p. 2757-2766, 2014

DOI: 10.1007/s00520-014-2273-5

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Correlates of resistance training in post-treatment breast cancer survivors

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Abstract

Purpose: To explore demographic, health, social-cognitive and behavioural correlates of resistance training among post-treatment breast cancer survivors. Methods: A sample of 330 post-treatment breast cancer survivors recruited from across Australia completed a mailed questionnaire. A multivariate logistical regression model was used to test associations between independent variables and meeting the resistance training guidelines. Results: Less than a quarter of the participants were meeting the resistance training guidelines of at least two sessions of resistance training per week. Higher task self-efficacy for resistance training (p