Guest guest Posted September 1, 2008 Report Share Posted September 1, 2008 I developed rhabdomyolysis after participating in a 3-day certification seminar. The seminar was a " bootcamp " style program that was competitive and intense. I was an invited guest and was not physically prepared for three days of high rep exercise.On the third day, my muscles shut down and I could no longer continue. Four days later, got up to go to the toilet and collapsed and had to be transported to the hospital. My blood pressure was 80/60 and my urine volume was about 100 ml (black). At the time, I thought I was suffering from a vaccination reaction. Unfortunately, my physician didn't measure CK or myoglobin, but he did check me into the hospital and gave me IV fluids. In retrospect, I'm pretty sure it was rhabdomyolysis. I am an exercise physiology professor, masters athlete, and experienced coach. I should have known better. Sixty year old guys have no business trying to compete against 20 something personal trainers. A family physician in my town told me that he has seen 6 cases of rhabdomyolysis in the past year stemming from people participating in overzealous workouts. If this could happen to me, it could happen to anyone. We need to get the word out about the dangers of severe overtraining. Question for the group: what are the chances that I will have long-term side effects from this incident? Tom Fahey California State University,Chico USA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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