by breathestrong | Apr 13, 2026 | Exercise / Fitness, Life with CF
Spring Reset: Supporting Your Breath from the Core by Jhoanna Rae Marquez, PT, DAC, INHC Spring has a way of making us notice our bodies again. The cold starts to ease up. We move a little more. We sit outside a little longer. For many with cystic fibrosis, this...
by breathestrong | Apr 10, 2026 | 8 Dimensions of Wellness Series, Life with CF, Self-improvement
Thriving Minds: Keep Your Mind Engaged By Colin Butler, MS, CSCS, ACSM-GEI, EIM and CF Warrior Here are some low-pressure ways to keep your brain active, whether you’re feeling alert or running on fumes. Audiobooks and Podcasts If your eyes are tired or reading...
by breathestrong | Apr 8, 2026 | 8 Dimensions of Wellness Series, Life with CF, Self-improvement
Thriving Minds: Staying Mentally Engaged with CF By Colin Butler, MS, CSCS, ACSM-GEI, EIM and CF Warrior Living with cystic fibrosis means facing a whole range of challenges, not just physically, but emotionally and mentally too. When you’re going through a tough...
by Renee Rude | Apr 7, 2026 | Kids in the Kitchen, Recipes
Strawberry Smoothie Fuel & Flavor recipe Print this recipe INGREDIENTS 1 cup whole milk ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries ½ banana 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional) ½ teaspoon vanilla...
by breathestrong | Apr 3, 2026 | Nutrition
Fresh vs. Frozen: Which Is Better? By Kay Varina, RD When it comes to eating well, you’ve probably heard the advice: “Eat more fresh foods.” But let’s be real. Life is busy, energy levels vary, and sometimes convenience matters just as much as nutrition. Is fresh...
by breathestrong | Mar 27, 2026 | Exercise / Fitness, Life with CF
Training Your Breathing Muscles at Home Jhoanna Rae Marquez, PT, DAC, INHC With CF, you’re already giving your breathing muscles a workout every single day even if you don’t think of it that way. Airway clearance, coughing, handling flare-ups, climbing stairs, all of...
