CFRI’s CF Wellness Programs were developed in recognition of the positive impact of physical movement and exercise upon one’s physical and mental health. The following programs — free to individuals with CF, as well as parents, spouses, partners and siblings of those with CF — address the physical and psycho-social challenges faced by those living with or touched by CF; provide opportunities to improve the physical and emotional health of those with CF and their family members; and provide opportunities for a global cystic fibrosis community to engage and support one another in physical activities.

CF Wellness Programs are sponsored by Vertex Pharmaceuticals, with additional support from Dance Like A Fool proceeds.

 Finding Calm Through Restorative Yoga

Interactive Six-­Week Online Yoga Class – stay tuned for upcoming dates

Restorative yoga is practiced at a slow pace and encourages physical, mental, and emotional relaxation.

This class will be taught by Colleen Lewis, Certified Yoga Instructor and adult with CF, and is free to individuals with CF, as well as parents, spouses, partners, and siblings of those with CF.

Fitness Education Seminar Series – Stay tuned for upcoming dates!

Online Class series taught by Taylor Lewis, MA, CSCS

Physical fitness and exercise provide a therapeutic benefit for individuals with cystic fibrosis (CF) by improving quality of life, muscular strength, and cardiovascular endurance. This five-part series of fitness education seminars provides a platform to learn the different components of physical exercise (Warm Up, Cool Down, Resistance, Endurance, Balance, and Flexibility) and how to incorporate them into your workout for optimal results. After each seminar, you will also have access to an online 4-week self-paced beginner-to-intermediate 3-day a week online training program that integrates the exercises discussed in the seminar.

The class is free to individuals with CF, as well as parents, spouses, partners and siblings of those with CF.

Physical Therapy Webinar Series – Stay tuned for upcoming dates!

This five-part webinar series, presented by Nicole Irizarry, DPT, addresses a specific topic each session, with demonstrations of techniques to address back pain, pelvic floor weakness, stretching, and more. You need to register for each webinar separately.

The class is free to individuals with CF, as well as parents, spouses, partners, and siblings of those with CF.

Recordings of the 2021 webinars are currently available on CFRI’s YouTube channel.

Participants will receive a list of items that might enhance the live classes, such as a yoga mat, foam roller, and/or pillow.