Objectives: To provide an overview and update of physical activity (PA) research across the entire cancer control continuum.
Data sources: Previous cancer control frameworks and selected PA and cancer research that has been published over the past 5 years.
Conclusion: There have been major scientific advances in PA research across many, but not all, of the cancer control categories over the past 5 years.
Implications for nursing practice: Nurses should have a comprehensive understanding of the potential role of PA across the entire cancer control continuum.