About Toshiko 　癌患者のためのエクササイズトレーナー

Welcome! I’m Toshiko, a dedicated fitness professional with 20 years of experience, specializing in exercise programs for cancer survivors. My journey in fitness began with a passion for pushing people to their limits and seeing them thrive. However, everything changed when I was diagnosed with cancer. This life-altering experience inspired me to focus on providing tailored exercise solutions for those facing significant physical challenges.

My Philosophy
I believe that exercise is a powerful form of medicine. Through my classes and programs, I have witnessed countless individuals become stronger, healthier, and more resilient. My mission is to support each person’s unique journey to wellness with empathy and expertise.

Certifications

  • ACSM EIM Credential Level 1
  • ACSM/ACS certified Cancer Exercise Trainer®
  • ACSM Certified Group Exercise Instructor
  • NCSF certified Personal Trainer
  • Standard First Aid, CPR (Infant, Child, Adult), AED (Child, Adult)
  • YMCA certified Martial Arts Exercise Instructor​
  • Certified LIVESTRONG at the YMCA instructor
  • Certified SilverSneakers® Instructor
  •  Certified EnhanceFitness® Instructor
  •  YMCA certified Active Older Adults Instructor
  •  Certified Healthy Lifestyles Behavior Change Program instructor
  •  Certified Matter of Balance Coach
  •  YMCA certified Core Muscle Training & Interval Training Instructor

Experience​
  • Over 20 years of teaching group exercises to seniors at various locations
  • A decade of personal training experience, focusing on cancer survivors and seniors
  • Honored as EnhanceFitness® Instructor of the Year in June 2013 (featured in Shoreline Area News)
  • Served as an EnhanceFitness® Master Trainer for 3 years
  • 11 years of experience with the LIVESTRONG program at the YMCA, and 9 years with AWHW at Swedish Hospital, leading specialized exercise programs for cancer survivors
  • Extensive experience in teaching fall prevention classes to seniors
  • Expertise in exercises for cancer patients, osteoporosis, fall prevention, rehabilitation, and post-treatment exercise
  • 癌患者のためのエクササイズ・骨粗鬆症・転倒防止のためのエクササイズ’リハビリ・癌治療後、癌治療中のエクササイズ

Why Choose Me?
My personal battle with cancer has given me a deep understanding of the physical and emotional challenges my clients face. I am committed to providing compassionate, effective, and safe exercise programs that help cancer survivors and seniors live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
 
Join me on a journey to wellness, strength, and resilience. Let’s make every step count!

Contribution to a research study
I’m honored to share that I recently contributed to a research study published in Supportive Care in Cancer. This project explored exercise interventions for Stage 4 cancer patients delivered online via Zoom, making it one of the first of its kind.
As an ACSM/ACS Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer, I had the privilege of helping design, conduct, and observe the exercise portion of this study. What makes this especially meaningful to me is that the program was taught by an exercise professional---not just in a clinical or physical therapy setting — showing the important role that tailored exercise can play in supporting cancer survivors.
I’m deeply grateful to the team of researchers, healthcare professionals, and most importantly, the participants, who made this possible.
This experience has inspired me to continue finding safe, accessible, and effective ways to bring exercise to those who need it most. 💙

Click this link to read the research. https://rdcu.be/eG9ix

Presentation "Moving Beyond Cancer to Wellness 2021" at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
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Interview--SAVVY S[URVIVOR]
https://youtu.be/-BG_fttnmZ4

video    Dynamic Stretching for reducing swelling and lymphedema prevention. リンパ浮腫の人のためのダイナミックストレッチ 
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