The SNOD ultra runnig thread

Sound great CD, as others are a bit off I hope to make it for one or other.

20.1 section of Rudolph's Romp route for me, recce'd whiole course now. Not something I usually do, just as its nearby and a nice run anyway. Even discovered a few choice route choices

I don't oversplurge on kit as I try to keep things simple and cheap, but read lots of good things about new Salomon packs. And today ..... it arrived ..... S-lab 5

..... But now I've got to give it to the missus to hide til xmas

All activities curtailed for a bit.  Came off my bike Friday evening and have a broken collarbone. The broken end nearest the neck is very close to coming through the skin.

I don't recommend it.

OUUCCH! Get well soon T-Rex, fell off mine a few years ago and came to same conclusion (broken jaw). Rest up, take the pills and don't rush back too much into activity, especially the bike as it dents the confidence.

Oh TR, really sorry to hear that. Whatever next? You'll have to be very careful with movement until you get it pinned. When will that be? As soon as it's fixed, the healing process can begin in earnest. Rest assured it will mend.

get better soon t rex..have you been to the vets?

Can't pin collarbones.  Can be a dangerous procedure with lymph glands/nerves in the area likely to get damaged.  Got to heal on its own.

I was told "because of my age" it could take 12 weeks.  I'll have to prove them wrong there.

Yes, I've been to the vet.  It wasn't a one-way journey, thankfully!

I've been watching rugby instead but home teams haven't got much to boast about except Ireland's stunner today.

T Rex. Sympathies, and good luck for rapid, uncomplicated healing.

Bad Luck Mr Rex, broken collarbone is a common sports injury and it is best to try and work round it and keep the cardio vascular system working plus as many other bits that you can excercise comfortably here is how one person did it :-

http://lookmumraceteam.com/2011/10/22/training-with-a-broken-collarbone/

Remember though we are all different and you need to find what works for you.

What is important though is not to sit around and lose fitness, but to get off of your butt and excercise any way you can.

I reckon with everything apart from the shoulder not working properly and with a bit of experimentation you should be able to come up with plenty that will keep you in shape.

Reckon the trombone may be a bit difficult though 

Nice bit of kit EUPH to ostentatious for me though, however I am sure you will enjoy it.

Hi DB 

Mr Rex the following may be Helpfull :- http://sportsmedicine.about.com/od/surgeryrehab/qt/Clavicle-Rehab.htm

SNOW ON THE FELLS AGAIN, had an excellent run today in some lovely wild and wet conditions, tis great to be on my way back after my experience of a couple of weeks ago 

How are the rest of you doing?

good to hear you're back at it FR

we're now in the months of mostly mushroom running for me..cold dark wet and muddy at 0500 this morning..not that either of us mind though. though i do think i run slower in the pitch dark...or is that stating the bleedin obvious??

cd - mushroom running?  What happens to your shoes if you leave them a day or two in the cupboard??

Fellrunner - too right about trombone playing.  Had lots of events lined up - always much demand leading up to the festive season -  and having to cancel the lot by the looks of it.  Trying to get out and about whilst at the same time keeping the upper body perfectly still.

theres always the mouth organ t rex 

What's all this about butts, anyway?  After the accident I picked myself up and somehow managed to cycle the last 3 miles to work, which is in a hospital.  Changed into my work clothes only with very great difficulty so thought a trip to A&E was in order.  Had X-ray confirming break, a sling, and some painkillers and I was back at my desk in 45 minutes. So, still at work.

T Rex wrote (see)

Can't pin collarbones.  Can be a dangerous procedure with lymph glands/nerves in the area likely to get damaged.  Got to heal on its own.

Really? When my brother (who lives in France) broke his when he came off his bike, he had it bolted together with a plate. You could see the lumps of metalwork under the skin on his shoulder. He couldn't wear a rucksack or anything that pressed on it until the metalwork was removed after a very long time (well over a year as I recall). If you have a broken bone that was at risk of puncturing your skin, how is it going to be held in place and kept immobile to heal properly? I'm curious, if a little concerned.

It will join together after a fashion in 6-12 weeks I was told. Like ribs, clavicles best left to their own devices they said.  Will be a big lump afterwards, certainly.  But I don't necessarily need perfection when I'm in the box.

They operate when there's been a lot of splintering and there's no hope of the ends joining.

Next visit to consultant 2 Jan, so I'll let you know then.

In the meantime better look up Fellrunner's exercises ...

Keep going, everybody.  Lots of winter ultrarunning planned?

T Rex wrote (see)

What's all this about butts, anyway?  After the accident I picked myself up and somehow managed to cycle the last 3 miles to work, which is in a hospital.  Changed into my work clothes only with very great difficulty so thought a trip to A&E was in order.  Had X-ray confirming break, a sling, and some painkillers and I was back at my desk in 45 minutes. So, still at work.

That`s the way to go Mr Rex true Ultra running grit and determination.

Immobilisation is the worst route to recovery you need to keep the blood flowing as much as possible to the injured areas to promote recovery.

Fantastic day here in the Lakes with a Beautiful sunset highlighting the snowy fells.

collie dave wrote (see)

good to hear you're back at it FR

we're now in the months of mostly mushroom running for me..cold dark wet and muddy at 0500 this morning..not that either of us mind though. though i do think i run slower in the pitch dark...or is that stating the bleedin obvious??

Not really stating the obvious CD after all running in the dark is pure quality and often fells fast, well it doe`s for me

Just a quick reminder that there is only a few weeks left before the entry fee for the Hardmoors 110 increases by a tenner

Hardmoors 110

 Just been looking at the entry list which is quite interesting and I can`t help thinking that it would be great if I could finish in the same position as I am in on the list (wishfull thinking i fear) but never say never.

How is the recuperation going Mr Rex good I hope.

EUPH you been ruffling feathers on another popular website? hope you enjoyed your run.

 Right I am of for a torcher now it has been a cracking few days in the lakes with plenty of ice to make life interesting, anybody else enjoying the joys of darkness i know CD is.

was very wet, cold, windy this morning at 0600,and dark of course. in a word. vile. but miles wont run themselves now will they!

good on ya fr for entering the 110..sounds like hard work to me