Florian Kellersmann Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 Sorry to hear this, David! I wish you a quick recovery! I know you will be back stronger than ever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 Injuries suck hope you overcome them and it doesnt affect your preparations for the US. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Horne Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 Thanks guys for your thoughts. Yes Gazza injuries do suck, and as we know I've had my fair share. Adding the back pain to my already bad shoulder was just too much - I honestly just couldn't believe it. But that's life, and I have to remember that my 'going through the training with painkillers' was the reason I blew my shoulder in 2005 and which required this surgery. Anyway, as Elizabeth said if I don't rest now, then there is no chance of the GGC. So as painful a decision that it was I suppose it had to be made. I don't feel good about letting Chris, Steve and all the other guys have all the fun. All for now, David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twig Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 Get well soon, mate, we need you on top form if you're going to kick all that Yankee butt! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
climber511 Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 Take care of yourself - there will come another day for you. We want you healthy at the GGC of course but just healthy period is best. I understand the age thing and injuries all too well I'm afraid. The heavy one hand lifts do take a toll over time, especially added onto an already tweaked back from pressing. Heal quickly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burkhardmacht Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 I feel very sorry for You David! I hope You heal up fast to get back strong! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mac Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 David, You yourself stated that that the British was only going to be a "tester" comp for the GGC, so your decision will hopefully pay dividends in the long run. Since you have mentioned that you are now starting to feel that age is taking it's toll on you, I was wondering what measures you have taken to counteract this - ie. lessening training intensity, increased rest etc? My feeling from what I read is that your intensity, which is what you are well known for, has been working against you for some time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Horne Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Good question Chris. I do up and down the intensity when I need it, but I suppose I'm more known for my workload which I feel works very well for me. I love to do reps and train grip like a bodybuilder. This seems to keep everything oiled. When I have a run up to a contest I will ideally start lowering the reps/holds, and eventually with about 5-6 weeks to go be lifting heavy singles/low reps. The 2 major injuries I have had that required surgery were both done in this later part when the weights were heavy, and MORE importantly I didn't listen to my body but took more painkillers to get through the training. This is my problem, is that I am very competitive, and have a near do-or-die attitude! Sometimes you can get away with it, and others (those 2 occasions) I didn't. The first occasion was at the British All-Round Champs on my birthday in 1993. This was on the last event of the day the Hand and Thigh, which is a short-range deadlift. I was going for 600k on my 2nd attempt and was pushing through my feet when I heard an almighty crack (like a bat being broken) and I fell to my right. At first I wasn’t sure if it was the chain apparatus that had snapped or something, but upon standing, I realised that my leg was swelling quickly and now turning inwards. I have this lift on video and it’s a right ‘video nasty’! I was taken to hospital straight away where I was diagnosed with a hamstring rupture, Rectus Femoris and Vastus Medialis tears and damage to my kneecap and cartilage. Surgery, and rehab followed, but it really took a year to be fine again. Not a great birthday present! I had been having problems with my hamstring for 3 weeks prior. The second occasion was about a month before the Champion of Champions where I was training with Nick and just couldn't get enough painkillers into myself to actualy finish the workout. Well I didn't finish it till I tore my Rotator, and well one and a half years on I'm still feeling the pain everyday, even with the surgery in December. Anyway, a bit long winded. But the best tip I can give is to listen to your body, and don't do singles all year round. Cheers, Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuTCH Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Hope you will heal up, because that competitive drive of yours is inspiring to us all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mac Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Thanks for the response David, an interesting read. I can empathize with the injuries (torn both rotators, partial bicep tears, severe finger tendon damage etc etc) - but not with the age thing just yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alawadhi Posted April 21, 2007 Share Posted April 21, 2007 I am going to pull out of the Brits. This is because I have done my back in again. I did it whilst pressing on Tuesday, and then foolishly had a go at the One Hand Lift today resulting in me now back on the painkillers, and lying on my back. I have to realise now if I have any chance of going to the U.S. then I have to take care of myself, and Elizabeth has banned me from taking part. Since I did my shoulder in 2005, it has been one thing after another, and I kinda realise that the age factor now is really playing a part. I really love competing, but am also a bit sick of constantly taking painkillers.I'm really pissed off to have to make this decision, sorry to let anyone down. David Just read it. Heal up David. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mobsterone Posted April 23, 2007 Author Share Posted April 23, 2007 Podcast link: http://www.londonkettlebells.com/audio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mobsterone Posted April 25, 2007 Author Share Posted April 25, 2007 Trophies just arrived: http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/8688/dscf0754nh7.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twig Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 Sweet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoC#3 Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 Trophies just arrived:http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/8688/dscf0754nh7.jpg That'll look nice in my living room! ha ha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Horne Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 Very nice mate! David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mobsterone Posted April 25, 2007 Author Share Posted April 25, 2007 Trophies just arrived:http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/8688/dscf0754nh7.jpg That'll look nice in my living room! ha ha Good - it's the 2nd place open class one he he I've got my eye on the other. There are three more (1st and 2nd open and 1st and 2nd novice) identical trophies. As per the site they are all 15" tall and a nice weight. Cost £31.00 in bloody duty grrrr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunkster Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 Nice! Lets hope they stay in Gloucester Come on Whey lads! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoC#3 Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 Nice! Lets hope they stay in Gloucester Come on Whey lads! I have a feeling 1 of them will end up in Devon. Question is which one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mobsterone Posted April 25, 2007 Author Share Posted April 25, 2007 Keep an eye on him Dunkster - he's planning on stealing one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoC#3 Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 Keep an eye on him Dunkster - he's planning on stealing one!! LMAO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mobsterone Posted May 2, 2007 Author Share Posted May 2, 2007 Dunkster brought over the frame we will be using for the TTWC. It fits snugly inside our power rack and certainly seems solid enough to take the potential 300-kilos some might use. I may take some photos and put them up (maybe with me using some serious weight... maybe not ha ha). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florian Kellersmann Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Nice Trophy, Mob! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankyBoy Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Indeed cool trophys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoC#3 Posted May 5, 2007 Share Posted May 5, 2007 What time are you thinking of kicking off on the 19th? My train (earliest one possible) gets into Gloucester for 9:30am will that be ok? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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