Overview

The purpose of the study is to evaluate a tele-resistance training exercise program for individuals undergoing chemotherapy for advanced upper gastrointestinal cancer.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age ≥ 18 years
• Biopsy-proven upper GI cancer, stage III-IV
• ECOG performance status 0-1
• Treatment plan of chemotherapy with planned return to Moffitt Cancer Center for restaging
• Able to read and speak English fluently
• Capable of providing informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Regular engagement in RT (2x/week targeting all major muscle groups)
• Screen failure for exercise safety based on Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) and Patient-Reported Measurement Information System (PROMIS) screening questions
• Underlying unstable cardiac or pulmonary disease or symptomatic cardiac disease (New York Heart Association functional class III or IV).
• Recent fracture or acute musculoskeletal injury that precludes ability to participate in RT
• Numeric pain rating scale of ≥ 7 out of 10
• Myopathic or rheumatologic disease that impacts physical function