Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition

February 15, 2013

In this episode, we talk with Gunnar Esiason about the daily use of a feeding tube as part of CF treatment. While Gunnar continues to remain compliant and use the feeding tube, among other treatments, he has been living independently and has been enjoying college...

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 115: Jerry Cahill, Life after Transplant

by BEF

Adulthood and CF, CF Podcasts, Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition, Lifestyle Adjustments, Lung Transplants

September 26, 2012

For 55 years, Jerry Cahill courageously battled cystic fibrosis while awaiting a life-saving double lung transplant. After a number of "trial runs," Jerry received a call on April 17, 2012 that a new pair of lungs had become available. On April 18, 2012, Jerry finally...

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 110: Colleen Caul’s ‘Run for Roses’

by BEF

CF Podcasts, Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition

January 12, 2012

Colleen Caul was born into a big Irish family in St. Louis, Mo. Growing up, Colleen was always active, but her whole life changed in 2004, when her uncle started to coach her little sister, Katie Rose — who has cystic fibrosis — how to...

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 92: Danny Ferrone – The Power of Exercise

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CF Podcasts, Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition

July 26, 2010

Danny Ferrone, a 26-year-old with cystic fibrosis, lives in Illinois and competes in triathlons. Danny is going to school to be a fitness instructor; he also is the founder of the Fight Forever Foundation. Danny grew up playing baseball, soccer, football, BMX biking and basketball....

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 89: Jerry Cahill – It’s Not About CF

by BEF

CF Podcasts, Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition

June 1, 2010

Jerry Cahill, 54 years old with cystic fibrosis, lives in Brooklyn, N.Y. Jerry is exercising with oxygen to keep his lungs clear, coaching and volunteering at the Boomer Esiason Foundation as he awaits a double-lung transplant. Jerry attacks the day and is living, breathing and...

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 85: Casey Flaherty – Nutrition, Exercise and CF

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CF Podcasts, Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition

October 29, 2009

Casey Flaherty, 25 years old with cystic fibrosis, lives in New York City and is training for the ING New York City Marathon. Casey also is working, attending nursing school, taking yoga classes and living, breathing and succeeding with CF. Casey eats a high-calorie, well-rounded...

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 83: Kevin McCrea – Exercise for Clear Lungs

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CF Podcasts, Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition

September 23, 2009

Kevin McCrea, 18 years old with cystic fibrosis, lives in Washington and loves life. Kevin attends Washington State University, is involved in many sports and enjoys spending time with family and friends. He believes in “shaking up the lungs and clearing them out” through vigorous...

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 79: Chad Brown – Laps for Life with CF

by BEF

CF Podcasts, Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition

May 1, 2009

Chad Brown is 27 years old with cystic fibrosis and lives in Seattle, Wash. Chad took his FEV1’s from 29% to 58% through the power of swimming. He previously was listed for a double lung transplant, and now he is getting his college degree, working...

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 77: Julie Desch – Nutrition and CF

by BEF

CF Podcasts, Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition

March 11, 2009

Julie Desch is 48 years old with cystic fibrosis and lives in Northern California. Julie is a single mom with two fabulous children. She works from home running a non-profit – New Day Wellness (www.newdaywell.org) -- and is LIVING, BREATHING and SUCCEEDING on a daily...

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 73: Better Living Through Nutrition – Power Up the Body

by BEF

CF Podcasts, Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition

January 10, 2009

Gunnar Esiason is 17 years old with cystic fibrosis. He’s a high school senior and actively involved in sports, being compliant, and gearing up for college. Gunnar was diagnosed at age two and lives on Long Island with his family. “CF has obviously shaped my...

Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 118: Gunnar Esiason on How to Use a Feeding Tube

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 115: Jerry Cahill, Life after Transplant

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 110: Colleen Caul’s ‘Run for Roses’

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 92: Danny Ferrone – The Power of Exercise

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 89: Jerry Cahill – It’s Not About CF

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 85: Casey Flaherty – Nutrition, Exercise and CF

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 83: Kevin McCrea – Exercise for Clear Lungs

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 79: Chad Brown – Laps for Life with CF

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 77: Julie Desch – Nutrition and CF

Cystic Fibrosis Podcast 73: Better Living Through Nutrition – Power Up the Body

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