Exercise

March 20, 2019

Episode 19 of the CF Wind Sprint series demonstrates a series of exercises to strengthen the legs. The simple exercises include squats, squat jumps, split squats and lunges. CF Wind Sprint host Jerry Cahill shows how canned goods from your pantry can add weight and make...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 18: Upper Body Exercises

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CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

Episode 18 of the CF Wind Sprint series demonstrates a series of exercises to strengthen the upper body. The simple exercises include the bench press, military press, bicep curls, and, of course, push-ups. CF Wind Sprint host Jerry Cahill reminds viewers that the exercises don't have...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 16: Cardio Exercises

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

Episode 16 of the CF Wind Sprint series demonstrates a variety of simple cardio exercises that can be done to help keep lungs clear of mucus. In addition to helping improve the flow of air in and out of the lungs, cardio (aerobic) exercise also...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 15: Stretching Before Exercise

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CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

Episode 15 of the CF Wind Sprint series demonstrates a series of stretches to be done before exercising. Stretching gets the blood flowing and helps prevent injuries. Stretching also can help people with cystic fibrosis get in some breathing exercises before they lift weights, run...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 14: Exercising Your Core Muscles

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

Episode 14 of the CF Wind Sprint series focuses on strengthening your core muscles. In the video, BEF Volunteer Jerry Cahill shares his favorite core exercises, noting that a strong core helps make coughs more productive. This CF Wind Sprint is made possible by an unrestricted educational...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 10: A Core Workout

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

Episode 10 of the CF Wind Sprint series demonstrates a variety of core exercises that can be done in the gym, including including incline sit-ups, bicycles, knees-to-the-chest, ankles-to-the-bar, and hips-to-the-bar. The purpose in doing these exercises isn’t so much to get bigger as it is...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 9: Upper Body Exercises

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

Episode 9 of the CF Wind Sprint series demonstrates a few exercises done in the gym, including the bench press, lat pull-downs, the curl press, dips and tricep extensions. The purpose in doing these exercises isn’t so much to get bigger as it is to...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 7: Using an Oxygen Tank While Exercising

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

Episode 7 of the CF Wind Sprint series discusses how an oxygen tank can help keep oxygen saturation at optimal levels while exercising....

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 3: Simple Exercises

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

Episode 3 of the CF Wind Sprint series demonstrates a variety of useful exercises that can be done at home or in the hospital. Exercising on a regular basis will help keep your lungs clear and strengthen your muscles....

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 1: An Introduction to the Program

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise, Nutrition, Running, Support, Transitions, Traveling, Treatments

March 20, 2019

In the following series, Jerry Cahill - BEF CF Ambassador, will answer viewer submitted questions about health, wellness, fitness, and cystic fibrosis in short-format videos....

Exercise

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 19: Exercises for Your Legs

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 18: Upper Body Exercises

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 16: Cardio Exercises

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 15: Stretching Before Exercise

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 14: Exercising Your Core Muscles

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 10: A Core Workout

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 9: Upper Body Exercises

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 7: Using an Oxygen Tank While Exercising

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 3: Simple Exercises

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 1: An Introduction to the Program

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