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I am a CF Warrior. I was born with cystic fibrosis and taught early on that this disease isn’t managed only in a clinic—it’s influenced daily by how you move, fuel your body, and show up for your health. From a young age, exercise and nutrition were survival tools, not optional habits. Even with my best efforts, CF progressed and at 32 I need a double lung transplant to save my life. Today, I am a double lung and kidney transplant recipient, a personal trainer and nutritionist with over 25 years of experience, and the author of four books written for CF Warriors.
I don’t teach theory or what I read in a book—I teach what I’ve lived. I teach the lessons I've learned in the 50 years spent fighting. I teach what I wish I knew when I was younger.
Quick Facts About Me
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I was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at 2 years old. My parents were told I wouldn’t live past 10. But limits have never defined me—grit has.
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I’m a double lung and kidney transplant survivor, NYC Marathon finisher, Mr. CT bodybuilding champion, certified personal trainer, and nutrition expert with over 25 years of experience and 50,000+ client hours.
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I’m a certified personal trainer through ACE, NSCA, NASM, and CSCS. I am pre/post natal certified as well as many other certs. throughout the years.
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I created the revolutionary HIIT + PAUSE system for airway clearance by accident. I trained most of my life in a conventional way, only realizing that CF Warriors' needs are different. We need airway clearance, strength, resilience, and endurance.
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When I was 26, I became a pro bodybuilder and won the CT State Men's title earning a spot at the National Championships.
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At 32, after undergoing a life-saving double lung transplant, I was in the ICU and made my surgeon a bold promise: “Give me a year, and we’ll cross the finish line at the New York City Marathon—together.” Less than 12 months later, defying the odds, we did exactly that.
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In 2019, after battling end stage kidney disease brought on by the same medications that protected my new lungs, I underwent a kidney transplant donated by my amazing brother, Anthony.
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Today, I live in CT, USA and have 3 wonderful sons who inspired me daily.
FREE GUIDE
The Never Zero Rule
A CF Warrior Guide to Movement
This free guide teaches you the foundation for exercising with CF. You’ll learn how to assess your energy in under a minute and adjust your training based on what your body can handle that day. It shows you how to move on low-capacity days, support airway clearance through movement, and stay out of the cycle of stopping and starting over. You’ll also learn when to scale back, when to push, and how to reset quickly when you’ve drifted. Just a structure you can rely on, even on your worst days.
