In Jerry’s latest wind sprint, he answers the question, “How are you recovering after a 7-week extended hospital stay?” First and foremost, he listened to his care team when they told him that, one day in the hospital = about three days of recovery. By setting...
In this Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint, Jerry Cahill gives his tips and tricks for managing CFRD post-transplant. He finds that checking his sugars pre and post workout helps him keep his sugars stable. He also keeps water, candy, and sugar pills in his car in...
In order to hold himself accountable and to motivate himself, Jerry tracks his exercise and nutrition using the Jawbone Up24 wristband and app. It enables him to track his movement, eating habits, weight, and sleep, and provides great educational articles about healthy living. This CF Wind...
What are some easy ways to get proteins and fruit into your diet? Jerry likes using his Magic Bullet to make different types of smoothies because they are a quick, easy, and nutritious way to consume the necessary amount of calories for someone with CF. The...
With summer coming, it is really important to stay hydrated. Jerry drinks at least two quarts of water a day and he drinks sports drinks as well. Always read the nutrition facts and look at sugar levels, vitamins, and proteins before choosing one. Try several...
In this episode, Jerry welcomes special guest Gunnar Esiason for a brief tutorial on how to operate a feeding tube. Gunnar, who had his feeding tube installed a year and a half ago, walks us through the process - beginning with sterilization, and ending with...
Combining the power of video and social media, Jerry Cahill answerse CF related questions in a short format video. In this CF Wind Sprint Episode, Jerry discusses the wide variety of nuts available as a nutricious pre and post workout snack. Among Jerry's favorites are almonds,...
Combining the power of video and social media, Jerry Cahill answers CF related questions in a short format video. In this episode, Jerry talks about a few fruits and fruit snacks that he uses to power up before and after a workout. Apples, bananas, raisins, dried...
In this episode, Jerry discusses several protein and energy bars that he uses to boost his workouts. Prior to a workout, it is extremely important to store up energy, and then to replenish your energy afterwards, until you have time for a full meal. Jerry...
In this episode, Jerry talks about the importance of keeping yourself hydrated before, during, and after workouts. Water is essential of course, but Jerry suggests a few other sources that might help you stay hydrated, including coconut water, Gatorade, and Shot Bloks. What's your favorite way...