According to a report by Fókusz, fitness trainer Rubint Réka continues to lead workouts at the Angyalföldi Sportközpont despite experiencing breathing difficulties under physical exertion from a targeted therapy for soft-tissue sarcoma. Diagnosed nearly four years ago after seeking medical attention for a persistent cough, the trainer faces an inoperable tumor that has required extensive medical interventions.
Diagnosis and Treatment Journey Over Four Years
According to Fókusz, Rubint Réka received her diagnosis nearly four years ago when a CT scan revealed a tumor measuring approximately six centimeters in her body. Because the growth was deemed inoperable, she began an intensive treatment regimen that has included 33 radiation treatments and multiple rounds of chemotherapy.
The medical battle involved significant fluctuations in the tumor’s size. Fókusz reported that while one treatment phase successfully reduced the mass to 8 millimeters, subsequent scans later revealed the growth had doubled. Recalling the emotional toll of diagnostic imaging, she told Fókusz: "Mert azért, amikor az ember megy vissza, PET-CT-re, CT-re, MR-vizsgálatra bizakodva, hogy fú, akkor most már ez a góc elmúlt, és most ott már nem lesz semmi, és akkor kiderül, hogy három góc helyett kilenc van." More recent results, however, show a decrease in the number of circulating cancer cells in her blood.
Impact on Professional Life and Fitness Routines
The rigorous therapies have directly influenced her daily work schedule at the Angyalföldi Sportközpont. According to Fókusz, she adjusted her class structures to accommodate her current physical capacity, reducing high-impact jumping movements in favor of modified strength-building exercises.
Reflecting on her time away from physical activity, she noted that the absence of movement created withdrawal-like symptoms. She maintains her training schedule with high energy, even though the targeted weekly therapy causes her to struggle for breath during physical exertion.
Coping with Side Effects and Public Disclosure
According to Fókusz, Rubint Réka identified the severe side effects of the therapies as the hardest aspect of her illness, rather than the disease itself. She recalled experiencing intense physical pain at home during the three and a half years leading up to the interview.
For a long time, she concealed her diagnosis, using a wig to hide chemotherapy-induced hair loss—a process she described as emotionally exhausting. Encouraged by her children, she eventually decided to speak publicly about her condition. Describing the choice to Fókusz, she said: "Amikor ezt így le tudtam venni a vállamról, akkor úgy éreztem magam, mintha egy ilyen ketrecből egy hófehér kis galamb kiszabadult volna." Despite facing occasional skeptical messages accusing her of faking the illness, she receives substantial support from fellow patients and their families.
Outlook and Future Monitoring
Rubint Réka reports feeling better currently than she did one or four years ago, and she awaits the results of her late-September imaging scans with optimism. Rejecting the possibility of giving up, she shared her perspective with Fókusz: "Nem halhatok meg, gyerekek! Ilyen opció nincs a fejemben. Megbeszéltem a Jó Istennel, hogy ha meghalok, akkor fent mindenki gugolni fog. Úgyhogy szerintem úgy vannak vele az emberek, hogy jó, akkor maradjon még egy kicsit."
Frequently Asked Questions
What illness is Rubint Réka fighting?
According to Fókusz, she has been battling a soft-tissue sarcoma for nearly four years.
What treatments has she undergone?
Fókusz reported that her treatment plan has included 33 radiation therapies, multiple chemotherapy courses, and targeted weekly therapies.
How has the illness affected her work?
She continues to lead classes at the Angyalföldi Sportközpont by adapting her routines, decreasing jumping exercises and focusing more on strength training, as reported by Fókusz.
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