Jerry Cahill's CF Wind Sprints

Combining the power of video and social media.  Jerry will answer CF-related questions in a short format video.

In this episode, Jerry shows us a few ways to get yourself stretched before working out.  As always, its important to stretch before exercising in order to get the blood flowing and prevent injury.  For people with cystic fibrosis, its a good way to get some breathing exercises in before lifting weights or running.

For more information on cystic fibrosis or the Boomer Esiason Foundation go to www.esiason.org

Combining the power of video and social media. Jerry will answer CF-related questions in a short format video.

In this episode, Jerry shows us a few exercises he uses to work out your abdominal muscles, which are crucial to being able to cough up mucus effectively. Jerry shows us a few exercises such as crunches, leg raises, "Fish Out of Water", and flutterkicks. Doing these exercises on a daily basis will strengthen your core and help you cough up mucus better.

For more information on cystic fibrosis or the Boomer Esiason Foundation go to www.esiason.org.  If you want to catch up on all episodes of CF Wind Sprints, be sure to visit www.cfwindsprints.com.

Combining the power of video and social media. Jerry will answer CF-related questions in a short format video.

In this episode, Jerry shows us how he packs his CF medications before traveling out of town. Its best to ensure you have all the meds you need and stay organized. Jerry also recommends you carry a letter from your doctor, stating you are a CF patient and these are your medications. Its important that the letter be on official letterhead from your doctor.

Combining the power of video and social media. Jerry will answer CF-related questions in a short format video.

In this episode, Jerry shows us how he uses the flutter as a part of his daily compliance regimen. Part of what makes the flutter very easy to use is its mobility. You can use the flutter while walking, driving, or during your daily routine. You can find the flutter at www.axcan.com. You should always consult your doctor before using the flutter.

Combining the power of video and social media. Jerry will answer CF-related questions in a short format video.

In this episode, Jerry shows us how he uses the Smartvest as a part of his daily compliance regimen. For Jerry, the Smartvest also allows him to do his nebulizer treatment, knocking out two things at once. You can find the Smartvest at www.electromed.com. You should always consult your doctor before using the Smartvest.

Episode #0010

Combining the power of video and social media. Jerry will answer CF-related questions in a short format video.

In this episode, Jerry shows us a few exercises he does in the gym to strengthen his core muscles, including incline sit-ups, bicycles, knees-to-the-chest, "L's", ankles-to-the-bar, and hips-to-the-bar. Jerry's purpose in doing these exercises isn't so much to get bigger, as it is to strengthen and expand his ability to breathe easier. A key component while doing these exercises is to focus on your breathing.

Episode#0009

Combining the power of video and social media.  Jerry will answer CF-related questions in a short format video.

In this episode, Jerry shows us a few exercises he does in the gym - including the bench press, lat pulldowns, the curl press, dips, and tricep extensions.  Jerry's purpose in doing these exercises isn't so much to get bigger, as it is to strengthen and expand his ability to breathe easier.  A key component while doing these exercises is to focus on your breathing.

EPISODE #0008

Combining the power of video and social media. Jerry will answer CF-related questions in a short format video.

In this episode, Jerry talks about how to prepare your Mediport for use when taking an IV and antibiotics. Fifteen years ago, Jerry was given his Mediport to help fight any bouts of infection along the way in his fight against cystic fibrosis. Jerry explains how great a tool the Mediport has been when managing his CF.

EPISODE #0007
Combining the power of video and social media.  Jerry will answer CF-related questions in a short format video.

In this episode, Jerry talks about using an oxygen tank during his exercise routine.  Oxygen tanks are very helpful but are only available by prescription from your doctor.  If you do have an oxygen tank, an oximeter would be very valuable as well.  Jerry uses the WristOx 3100 to help monitor his oxygen saturation levels.

You can find out more about the WristOx 3100 at www.nonin.com

EPISODE #0006 Airway Clearance
Combining the power of video and social media.  Jerry will answer CF-related questions in a short format video.

In this episode, Jerry talks about one method of airway clearance he uses on a daily basis.  The percussor is a great way to accomplish airway clearance.  Jerry uses the Electo Flo 5000 by MedSystems and spends 30-40 minutes two times per day using it.

You can find this percussor at www.medsystems.com.