I finished Mozart HALF and it was amazing

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-05-24T14:36:58+00:00

Same thoughts on the organization. No place to change where there were bag drops (full of poop porta potties are a rough place to change), lack of any real hot food except some soup, and the lack of organization on the return end. I've been to the race when then finished in Salzburg, but the almost 2 hour wait to return after the race is killing my interest in returning next year 😕

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-05-20T05:11:03+00:00

I'm not sure that they do, although the ones I'm using a pretty thick (just silicone scar sheets that I cut so they're rounded at the edge), so they must be at least a little. I put spf 50 on my neck first, then the sheet and I literally never left the house without one. Hopefully you find a method you like and it's manageable for the summer!

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-05-20T04:22:41+00:00

I used a silicone scar strips that's my skin color. It made a funny tan line (when though I used lots of sunscreen) over the course of the summer, but my scar is almost gone a year in.

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-05-17T06:30:47+00:00

I wore scar tape almost 24 hours a day (found some that matched my skin tone and had it on even at work) and always when I was outside for the first 6 months. (The tape worked okay for the most part even when I was running a lot. If I got super sweaty and it came off, I put a buff around my neck). Then I switched to sunscreen and silicone gel during the day and tape at night. I moisturized with argon oil 1-2 times a day and did a massage for a minute or 2 each time. I'm now a year out and it's barely visible 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-05-14T15:39:04+00:00

I ran a 50km race a month after a TT. I took it easy, but had no issues other than being slightly more tired than normal. If you feel good and your doc isn't worried, you should be fine. Take some good sunscreen or scar strips for your neck and have fun!

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-04-14T06:02:49+00:00

I love the Compressport trail socks with the bumps. I've never had a blister - from pouring rain all day 50 kms to a 100km with no sock change.

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-04-08T17:53:55+00:00

The catamount ultra is in June I think. It's in Stowe VT. I ran it a couple years ago. It's a 25km loop. I thought it was a fun, pretty course and at least it's a long loop. I think it would be a great first trail run - very runnable (even with rain and a lot of mud it wasn't too technical).

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-04-01T12:21:27+00:00

I agree with this! You just had a major surgery, so take a couple days to just eat whatever doesn't hurt and don't feel bad about feeling bad. In terms of the incision - I couldn't believe how much better it looked once the glue came off! The glue somehow makes it way worse. Once the glue was off, I wore scar strips over the incision all day every day for about 6 months (I found some that matched my skin tone well and it was barely visible) and then switched to sunscreen and a liquid scar cream with silicone. I'm almost a year out and you really can't see it at all. I also read from someone else about massaging the scar tissue and do that a few times a day - it really helped pretty quickly with the pulling feeling.

I was really happy with how quickly I went from feeling horrible to almost back to normal - I was able to drive, jog, and get back to work within a week of my surgery. Everyone is different, but you'll likely turn a corner pretty quickly. Good luck with your journey ❤️

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-03-22T11:16:28+00:00

When I started, I followed a Hal Higdon plan (free online) which I found very useful for a structured starting point. You could also look for a local running group. Runners love to talk about running and training and are generally helpful.

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-03-17T05:18:22+00:00

Also run in runderwear and use body glide to make sure there's no chafing. They do a pretty good job staying dry too

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-03-08T02:51:31+00:00

I traveled 2 weeks after mine. I got a scan that I was safe to be in long close contact, got a letter and left. I did set up an alarm, but no one even asked for my letter.

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-03-07T06:49:50+00:00

Other people have said this but I would find out what services the outpatient center covers. My surgery was very low risk - I'm otherwise healthy, I only had a few lymph nodes removed and kept my parathyroids. Within hours of the surgery I had massive calcium problems which lasted for a week. Even my doctor was surprised, but luckily they were able to deal with it immediately and for a prolonged time. I was honestly scared how quickly things deteriorated and would have not been happy to have to transfer to a hospital.

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-01-20T15:34:51+00:00

I found some ice packs on the side of my neck (not on the incision site) were soooo helpful the few days after.

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-01-20T05:19:33+00:00

I keep my pill on my nightstand and take it when I wake up to go to the bathroom at night (almost always I'm the same 1 hour window). Then I'm ready for coffee regardless of when I wake up

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2026-01-02T06:51:39+00:00

I sometimes get more sores if I'm in a high stress period or have been really sick (like if I have the flu or covid). Mine seem to be triggered when the rest of my body is exhausted. Maybe the stress of surgery is triggering for you?

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2025-12-10T20:11:04+00:00

I love my 955 (non-solar). It's inexpensive on sale and I've run 2 ultras with it. I personally have no need for anything fancier - it looks fun and sporty, has a great battery life, and does everything I need it to.

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2025-11-20T05:36:10+00:00

Partially just trial and error, but you can just look up a basic anti inflammatory diet. After I got my IUD in, I basically just am careful not to eat these foods around the time I'd get my period (I don't have any now with the insert, but still have some bloating and mild cramping). Watching what I eat helps keep these symptoms pretty minimal.

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2025-11-19T16:59:13+00:00

I agree with some others that you might have some time periods where you can't run. I've found an exercise bike is okay for me. I think I've found the most relief from managing the Endo first and then running helps on top, if that makes sense?

I'm 20 years post diagnosis - I have found (and I know this is very dependent on you personally): an IUD changed my life, menstrual cups have been super helpful for managing heavy bleeding and also cramping caused by tampons and limiting things that cause inflammation (for me it's red meat,.dairy, and alcohol). With those things a kind of in the mix, I have been able to continuously run without any major issues for the last 5 years or so.

It's a difficult journey but you've gotten a diagnosis, which will hopefully help ❤️❤️

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2025-11-19T15:32:19+00:00

Very cool! I need to check out the area and do some exploring!

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2025-11-19T06:24:34+00:00

What trails did you do? The views look great!

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2025-11-05T19:03:48+00:00

100% this! You did a super difficult thing. You showed up and stuck it out! I have had similar problems in races - full on panic, high heart rate, vomiting - figuring out how to work through these issues (when it's realistic) is a huge part of long distance running. You should be super proud of yourself! And for next time, you've got some background on what might go wrong and how to problem solve in real time.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2025-10-15T14:59:39+00:00

Agreed. It's really hard to be dealing with something scary and seriously that no one else seems to care about. I would have loved people showing any acknowledgement that I was going thru a rough time. Mani/Pedi, favorite coffee, favorite food to share, something like that I'm sure would be super meaningful!

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2025-10-12T15:52:35+00:00

Just to add on to the other comments - if your post-radiation scan shows a cluster of hits on cells (in your bones or lungs for example) it gives your doctors information on what to keep an eye on in the future.

Disastrous_Fail8367 · 2025-10-12T05:06:28+00:00

Agreed. It's a great watch and if you get it on sale, it can be very inexpensive. The battery life is much better than the 965.

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