Wise words given to CF mom, Whitney Randles, from her boys’ grandfather: “Special children are only given to special people.” Pat Randle: “My biggest fear is that I outlive my children – simple as that;…
Gunnar Esiason, 23 years old and living with cystic fibrosis, graduated from Boston College in May 2013. Originally planning to attend law school, he realized that he had driven himself into the ground during undergrad…
If you have a really busy work schedule, finding ways to fit fitness into your day can be extremely challenging. One way to do so is to replace your regular office chair – both at…
After six sinus surgeries, Jerry considers himself an expert on sinus irrigation and care. He suggests a number of techniques, including saline spray, a water pick, and Nasatouch. No matter what technique you prefer, irrigation…
Liz Kaup Interview
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,…
In this Wind Sprint, Jerry reviews how he builds endurance and strength without going to the gym. By walking, jogging, and doing lunges uphill, he is able to clear his lungs, work his core, and…
Meet Beau Rich – a 23-year-old filmmaker, actor, writer, musician, and traveler living, breathing, and succeeding with cystic fibrosis. After a series of tests and hospital stays, Beau was diagnosed with CF at six months…
While exercising outdoors in the summer, or on warmer days, remember to wear lightweight, breathable materials that are UV protected. And wear a hat and stay hydrated by drinking water before, during, and after your…
The Boomer Esiason Foundation (BEF) is launching its newest Team Boomer event series, Bike to Breathe, which kicks off with Jerry and Em’s Great CF Adventure – a journey that will take the two cystic…
With summer in our review mirror, many people who continue to exercise outdoors forget to apply sunscreen as the temperatures cool. Even if the sun does not seem strong, always apply waterproof sunscreen every hour…
What do I do post-transplant to stay compliant? 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…
“Traveling with Cystic Fibrosis Pre & Post Transplant” – Anna Modlin Anna Modlin, 32 with CF, born and raised in the Bay area and had a double lung transplant on November 22nd 2010. Anna was…
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…
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…
"You can expect to live a pretty long lifespan. So don’t waste it. Have some goals. Find your passion. And pursue it.” In this podcast, we meet Eric Hyman, a 36 year old who is…