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The Regulator
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a despicable outlaw who will stop at nothing to make innocent people sick …
But have no fear! On our side we have The Regulator, who stands back to back with CF Champions as they fight for health and wellness with the twin powers of exercise and self-care! The LLR mascot, designed by Emlen and his cousin, Neil Cohn, takes his name from the Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (CFTR) protein which, when working correctly, ensures our mucus has enough water to lubricate and protect the linings of our lungs and intestines. When the CFTR does not work properly, mucus becomes thick and sticky, affecting the lungs and the gastrointestinal system. The result is frequent lung infections and difficulty digesting food, both common CF symptoms. The Regulator’s shield bears the LifeLineRacing Longevity Symbol, which is based on the Shou symbol for longevity, one of the Five Blessings of Chinese Belief. With CF, longevity is the name of the game. Our hero wears a CF airway clearance vest, underscoring the importance of maintaining CF therapies which, together with exercise, are critical to health. The Regulator encourages exercise and sports to improve the health and wellness of all people, especially our CF Champions. |
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Do you or someone you know have cystic fibrosis and are curious about cycling? Are you not sure how to get involved, buy a bike and/or join a cycling team? Whether you are a newbie or a more seasoned rider, LifeLineRacing is here to help with advice and connections to get you on your way to incorporating cycling into your life. Please contact us at store@lifelineracing.org. |
Exercise and Cystic Fibrosis, Why?
There is a growing body of evidence suggesting a link between exercise and well-being for people with cystic fibrosis.
Here are a few of the people who have worked athletics into their lives and serve as an inspiration to all.
There is a growing body of evidence suggesting a link between exercise and well-being for people with cystic fibrosis.
- Check out this summary on CF and Exercise from Cystic Fibrosis News Today
- Take a look at this useful pamphlet, by the CF Foundation: Day-to-Day Exercise and Cystic Fibrosis
Here are a few of the people who have worked athletics into their lives and serve as an inspiration to all.
- Matt Purcell, who is a personal trainer with CF, has a great piece titled, "I think I killed Cystic Fibrosis".
- In 2018, Josh Llewelyn Jones set a world record by lifting one million kilograms in just 22 hours.
- We love the story of Thor Bloomfield and his epic journey with his new lungs to the front of the cycling pack.