Title: Danny Ferrone – The Power of Exercise & CF

Danny Ferrone, 26 years old with cystic fibrosis, living in Illinois and competing in triathlons. Danny is going to school to be a fitness instructor, founder of Fight Forever Foundation in 2006(www.fightforever.org), and living, breathing, succeeding with CF.

-    Danny grew up playing baseball, soccer, football, BMX biking, and basketball. “My parents believed in keeping me active”, states Danny.

-    “I returned to school to be a fitness instructor so I can do what I love in life and stay healthy…”

-    Besides vigorous exercise, Danny believes in good nutrition as part of his programs to stay healthy. “I eat a lot of fish, pasta, fruit, veggies, and try and stay away from dairy”, states Danny.

-    Danny likes variety in exercise training so also added swimming, yoga, and boxing (mixed martial arts) to his training routine. Danny has competed in 4 marathons (best time 4hours 18minutes) and 4 triathlons, including a Half Ironman.

-    The biggest Danny faces related to exercising and CF is “dehydration” but his secret is a lot of water, electrolytes, and drinking salt water.

-    “Exercising with CF can be uncomfortable but throw yourself into it and be HONEST with yourself… you will feel better”, states Danny.

-    Danny’s recommendation to others with CF; “Challenge yourself, keep pushing, and remember you are not alone – fight hard…”

This “LIVING. BREATHING. SUCCEEDING.” Podcast/Vodcast series is the 12th in a series of 12 made possible through and unrestricted educational grant from Genentech to The Boomer Esiason Foundation.