CForYourself: Exercise and CF

Many of us might have made a new year’s resolution to take up a new exercise in 2025, or maybe you have a sporty challenge in your sights. So in the January episode of CForYourself we're talking all about staying active with cystic fibrosis. 

Lucy is joined by Matt, a personal trainer and running coach with CF. Matt has run marathons to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis Trust over the years and has recently worked with us to develop a running guide for people with cystic fibrosis. Matt shares how exercise has helped him and his top tips for staying active. 

Lucy also chats to CF physio Ruth, who is based at the Leeds Adult CF Centre. Ruth talks about the importance of physio and offers her advice for people with CF when it comes to exercise.

Being active is really important for people with CF, but make sure you have a chat with your CF team before starting a new exercise regimen. They can also give you advice about training.

Read our full transcript. 

• For more information and support on any of the issues we've talked about in this podcast, you can call our Helpline on 0300 373 1000, or email helpline@cysticfibrosis.org.uk, or message us on WhatsApp.
• We’ve worked with exercise physiologist Dr Owen Tomlinson and physiotherapist Rachel McDowell to put together a marathon training guide for people with CF.
• Read our information on staying active with CF. 
• Read our information on physio and CF. 
• Find out more about the YOGA-CF study. 
• Get fit and fundraise at the same time by joining Team CF. Choose from walks, runs, cycles and much more! Choose your event. 
• You can follow Matt's running journey on his Instagram @mattstrangerunningcoaching. 
• Follow the Leeds CF physio team on Instagram @cfphysioleeds.