This study is being undertaken by researchers at the Freemasons Centre for Male Health and Wellbeing at the University of Adelaide, and at Edith Cowan University and the University of Melbourne. Exercise has been shown to help men with metastatic prostate cancer manage symptoms and improve overall quality of life. Expert advice is often useful to reduce the risk of injury and, or, to assist with forming a routine that sticks, but not everyone has access to this kind of service. The research team intends to improve access by making high-quality evidence-based support freely available online.

The researchers are looking for men who have metastatic prostate cancer who are not already participating in both resistance and aerobic exercise on a regular basis. Clearance from your current physician(general practitioner, oncologist, or urologist), is required as well as access to a laptop, computer, tablet or smartphone with internet. Participation involves completing an on-line assessment at the start of the study and 9 weeks later. Men will be randomly allocated to one of two groups, one that receives access to the online exercise guidance tool straight away, or one that receives access after the second assessment at 9 weeks. Men will receive a $25 voucher for each assessment segment completed, there being a maximum of five segments.

The University of Adelaide Human Research Ethics Committee approval number is H-2018-153.

To participate or receive more information about the study visit the Exerciseguide website or contact Ms Holly Evans on Phone 08 8128 4043 or email holly.evans@adelaide.edu.au.