Samantha Syron

Sam is 23 years old and was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at 5 and cystic fibrosis-related diabetes at 14. She received her bachelor's in anthropology and graduated magna cum laude despite constant health issues. These days, Sam is an amateur bodybuilder and works full time as a gym manager in Connecticut. Her introduction into the fitness industry was through writing hospital workouts for herself and fellow CF patients. Through complete dedication to her health and fitness, she went from being intubated with little hope of a future to having her highest lung function in a decade. You can follow Sam's story on Instagram @thatbungirl. July 2019 -- We were deeply saddened to learn of Sam's passing. Sam opened her heart to the CF community through our blog. She will be missed by many.