BEF, Author at The Boomer Esiason Foundation

March 20, 2019

To stay compliant, Jerry keeps a daily log of things like his temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, and a number of other things. He also takes his medications daily – on average about 40 pills a day. By monitoring his vitals and keeping up with...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 39: Protein Smoothies

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Nutrition

March 20, 2019

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...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 38: Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise, Nutrition

March 20, 2019

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...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 37: Full Body Exercises to Do Outdoors

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

In this video, Jerry demonstrates how to use medicine balls – which are easily portable – to get a full-body work out while enjoying the outdoors fresh air. Thanks to AbbVie Inc. for the promotional support and commitment to the cystic fibrosis community, which makes this...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 36: Upper Body Exercises to Do Outdoors

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

In this video, Jerry discusses a great way to build up arm, shoulder, and chest strength – the push-up. He reviews various forms and tools that make the standard push-up even more beneficial. This CF Wind Sprint is made possible through an unrestricted educational grant from...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 35: Outdoor Core Exercises

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

Exercising outdoors can be a great change of scenery. In this video, Jerry suggests using an ab roller, which is extremely light and portable, to get a great core workout in any setting. This Wind Sprint was made possible through an unrestricted educational grant from Genentech...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 34: Boot Camp

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Exercise

March 20, 2019

Many people with cystic fibrosis have questions about how to take their training and exercise regime up a notch. In this video, Jerry shares his love for taking a high-intensity 45-minute boot camp class – where he gets a great core and cardio workout. Always...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 33: Traveling with Medications

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Traveling

March 20, 2019

In this CF Wind Sprint, Jerry addresses a topic brought to him by Facebook friend, Jason, about traveling with medication. Recently, Jerry began using a special backpack that provides ample space for meds, separate compartments in various sizes, space for an ice pack, and even...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 32: Using a Feeding Tube

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Nutrition

March 20, 2019

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...

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 31: Nuts

by BEF

CF Wind Sprints, Nutrition

March 20, 2019

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,...

Author: BEF

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Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 39: Protein Smoothies

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 38: Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 37: Full Body Exercises to Do Outdoors

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 36: Upper Body Exercises to Do Outdoors

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 35: Outdoor Core Exercises

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 34: Boot Camp

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 33: Traveling with Medications

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 32: Using a Feeding Tube

Cystic Fibrosis Wind Sprint 31: Nuts

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