Increasing Physical Activity Among Breast Cancer Survivors With Depression

All subjects will be given a copy of Exercise for Health: An Exercise Guide for Breast Cancer Survivors. Topics covered within the book include benefits of exercise in breast cancer survivors; recommendations on type, duration, frequency and intensity of exercise; goal-setting; and advice on overcoming barriers.

Subjects will be provided with a commercially available activity monitor (i.e., Fitbit) and instructed to wear the device daily.

The Active Living counseling program consists of 12 weekly group educational sessions, facilitated by project interventionists. These sessions will involve discussion of topics related to increasing physical activity, including: identifying and overcoming barriers, setting goals, and time management.

Subjects will have access to the exercise lab in the UT Southwestern Depression Center consisting of equipment for aerobic exercise (treadmills, stationary bikes, etc.).