Hi Ben, Hope you recover fully soon. My grandfather went through the first world war and had several bullet and shrapnel wounds. Despite being pretty tough he couldn't get over the fear of getting a hernia operation and he suffered for years! Well done for overcoming any fears you may have had and as you would say 'getting it done'
Hi Ben and Sara, had my hernia repaired last year, I certainly wasn't walking around like you after 2 days but was running within 4 weeks and haven't looked back, just don't do too much too soon and you'll be fine, great you're over it 👍
I got the mesh and have had no issues with it. For me there was absolutely no other choice as I had my first hernia during birth where it was properly stitched and lasted 45 years. Normally, if you relapse (which was always going to happen, as a hernia at birth leaves a wound that during growth will weaken) the only proper alternative is the mesh. Anyways... hope you're fine and up and RUNNING real soon!
Glad you are getting along so well so soon after the surgery. I have had a couple of hernia repairs in the past and I was nowhere near that level of mobility two days later.
I may have to have a hernia repair. If so, it would be my 8 surgery. I’ve had 10 hernias. Not sure why this keeps happening. I know extreme weight loss can have an effect on that. I’ve lost 60 pounds in just under a year. I’ve been training for a half marathon. Today I went for a 10 mile run as part of my training. That’s when I felt it. During my cool down walk. How long was it before you started running again ? Enjoy the content. 👍
Hi Ben, for this month I have set PB in Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5 km. I've joined virtual runs and during every run I treat it as a time trial reason why I've beaten my previous PB. Although they were not as fast as other runners but it was quite fulfilling: 42.2km (3:38:32) 21.1km (1:30:14) 10 km (39.43) 5 km (18:46). I really enjoyed watching your channel. I've learned many things from you and for that, thank you so much. Get well soon. Keep safe always.
Aww, thank you. Sarah bought me a card that said gute Besserung on the front :-) Dresden is one of the nicest cities I've been to for sure. Hope you're well!
Things happen for a reason, unfortunately... I broke my ankle last year by standing on the edge of a hole, and I sympathised with your ankle last year too. I have had a hernia for 5 years because I am scared but you inspired me to ‘Get It Done’.. going in for mesh on 13th Aug #StiilScared
All the best with getting your hernia repaired and the recovery Wayne! I’m now a week after the surgery and yeah, it’s still a bit sore.. but gets better each day and will be back running soon. I was scared too, it’s normal.. you’ll be ok!
Wayne Stevens I have hernia for years too (technically not finished hernia operation from childhood aggravated by strength training) and my birthday is August 13th! Is this a sign or what?
Wayne, I've had the mesh operation 1,5 years ago. Got back on the bike after 1,5 weeks and back to running 2 weeks later. Marathon after 2,5 months. Haven't felt a thing since. Just take it easy the first few weeks, keep walking like Ben does! You'll be back on your feet in no time ;)
Glad you're recovering well. It's good to take a little break from the running content, never been out side of Australia, so it was great to have a little look around Germany. It's on the bucket List.
Really glad you are out and about. Really appreciate your's and Sarah's channels. Good luck with the recovery. Running always waits for us if we have to take time out.
Yeah I had a hernia operation about 20 years ago, have the plastic mesh, what do they do instead of the plastic mesh, have heard some bad stories of the mesh causing problems, luckily mines been alright, no problems, but just don’t like the idea of bits of plastic floating around inside me 😜🤢I remember the first few days after the operation very sore, you’ll be back running soon as 👍🏼😀🍀🌿☘️🍃👊🏼
Hey Ben! Super happy you are getting back to fitness and that your recovery is off to a great start. Have fun in the Dolomites, my “playground” hahah!! Parts of the Lavaredo Ultra Trail and trails around Passo Sella, Passo Gardena and Passo Pordoi are especially breathtaking!!!
Yes, we can’t wait to get to Italy.. as it’s all new to us. Seeing all the images make it look amazing around that area. Plus we both would like to run Laverado one day. Very jealous you get to be there so much!!!
My runn doing well. I had a dip and stopped running duo to all cancelled race + new job. But now Im back on track and today Im gonna try to hit 20 min. Gonna b hard my pb is on 23min + I gonna try it on treadmill, then I dont ned to look at my watch. Glad to c you and Sarah doing well =)
Magnets! My wife is the same with Christmas Tree ornaments...after three decades we need a second tree for them! Get well! Found unviable your warmup routine video...it literally allows me to be functional in the AM for runs. I go from barely able to trot the first 90 second jog to functional! Slowly working my way back to 10ks....much work to get done but your videos always help!
I found out I had a small Epigastric hernia, about 1cm above my belly button, in October 2021. I was really worried when I found out and stopped all exercise, tough for me as I love running and the gym. I was in no pain and you couldn’t see anything. I was advised to have a small op to fix it but the thought of an op, even a routine op like this, freaked me out, especially having a general anaesthetic. Anyway I decided to leave it, still not exercising but by January this year, not doing exercise had really got to me and so started to run again, which made me feel so much better. It’s now March and there has been absolutely no change in the hernia, no pain, nothing visible and I feel great. My dilemma is still whether to get it fixed or just leave it and get on with my normal exercise routine and get back to the gym, which I miss! Part of me feels that if it hasn’t changed then why put my body through an operation. Any thoughts, feedback would be so welcome everyone.
Have heard that being anxious about GA can put you at risk of complications (ie high blood pressure/more GA needed), so did you discuss with the doctor/consultant beforehand that you were nervous about it? Lucky enough to never have to go under myself, but I reckon I’d be pretty anxious too! Great video, as always.
Hi Ben Just reaching out to see how long you ran with your hernia ? I’ve just been told I have one but the waiting list is long so could be ages and I don’t want to not be able to run as it’s so important to my mental health. Thanks
I do remember though once at a Premier Inn I was there and the check-in was ok but I got to my room and the people before were still there so I left my stuff with them and they said they would look after it but when I came back they were still there and were asleep in the beds so I slept in the bathroom. In the morning they already had had breakfast and charged it to the room and they did the same the next day so I had to sleep in the bathroom again. It was annoying sleeping in the bathroom and the hotel let them keep charging things to my room and that was annoying but overall not a bad hotel nice views from the window. Another great positive video love it thanks.
Hi Ben, just looking at your Hernia op video, when did you get back to running as I've had hernia open surgery and mesh put in place, what was your recovery time? Just wanted to know when it's safe to resume from fellow athlete, I know your was slightly done different in Germany. Hope you've had a good Xmas.
Could you give us some more info about which procedure you actually got and what surgeon in Germany you used? Seems kind of vague the info you gave. Would be much appreciated.
Well done for looking so good 2 days after op! I had the same procedure (non mesh) on both sides (we had a good specialist in Newcastle upon Tyne - not sure whether you came across the guy in your research? - Mr Kevin Clark) in May 2018. I had a really experienced physio seeing over my recovery and I was back running in 6 to 8wks. You will come back stronger if you have been running against this nagging issue for some time!!!
I hope that you will recover very quick Ben so that we finally can see lots of running videos again. By the way, your German was pretty good. And yes, Glück means to be lucky. Maybe that is why my name is Hans. 😁
LOL 3:49 Take it easy Ben, there are still no races to go to. Good thing we already know that your surgery was successful. Keep him in check @Sarah Place
How much did you have to fork out for surgery in Germany?? My first hernia surgery I got it repaired in the US with the old method and I was running 2 weeks later (not a good idea) and the second one got it done with the new method (3 holes) and I waited a whole month before running and it was a bit too long of a wait.
Hey benhey Ben. So is it everything ok now after surgery? You didnt talk much ybout it bit what tipe of hernia did you haved? I have pain growin area lower abdominal which is goin more on left side and goin into left leg and abductor... i was never running that much but now after i incrased volume after 4 monts i got this pain in lower abdominal ane left side in leg but i dodnt have visible bulb?? Is that sport hernia what do you think? I was at specialist orthoped which just told me that surgery isnt 100% that its gonna fix my problem so gave advice for goin to physio and workout... also told me that ultrasound will show nothing??? what you think? At whic specialist were you? Thank you, i hope you are well😁
Hi guys, I’m a massive fan of this channel and genuinely find the videos interesting and informative, so keep up the good work! I’ve got a question that’s arisen from my own training around cadence that I wondered if anyone can help me with. I’m trying to get my cadence to 180 but I’m struggling to keep the cadence high but keep the run relaxed or slow enough to maintain, is this common?
@@BenParkesMonza is very near Milano just around 25min by train 🙂 I would be happy to give you a tour of the city and the city park "parco sempione" is lovely for a run 👍🇮🇹😀
I had 2 inguinal hernias repaired robotically 2 weeks ago. Just had my follow up and will be able to begin running next week. I was just like you. I was walking 7 miles a day for 2 weeks just wishing I could run. Ha
Hey man, how did you slowly start loading your core? I had umbilical and epigastric hernia repair, as well as diastasis recti up the midline surgery 5 days ago with subcutaneous onlay laparoscopically. The pain at this point is still very intense, like hot knives in my belly button. I have a drain in for a week and a binder to support me. I have a background of calisthenics, running, yoga and gymnastics and really want to get back to this. I'd lost a lost of strength and muscle weight prior to the surgery, after a gnarly post op infection from my wisdom tooth extraction surgery, so feel like i've got a long road ahead. Want to get strong again but not overdo it and bust something. Any suggestions on what to do when would be welcome. I'm trying to seek out some local physiotherapist support for my rehab. There is such varied advice out there, and I had very minimal guidance from the surgeon. Basically just, you should be fine to do most stuff after a few weeks. Not great advice for me as I'd be back to busting out gymnastics rings pull ups lol Cheers
Ben was this a regular hernia or a sports hernia? My reason for asking is that I am battling a groin strain that I suspect may also be related to a sports hernia. If it is I'd be interested in hearing more of your symptoms, and of what may have caused it.
Jonathan Drake this was a regular hernia.. I did it jumping out the way of an object while running.. best get it checked out by your GP, then can make a plan once you know exactly what the issue is. All the best!
@@BenParkes Thanks for the feedback Ben. Yes I've had doctors visits and have an ultrasound in a few days. Having had two plus recent years of broken running and wellness until a sick gallbladder was finally diagnosed I'm making sure the wheels turn faster this time and am pushing the answers along!
My left achillestendon has been so painfull, that I havent been running for a week now. Hope to start very slowly again in a couple of days and then a month of slow short runs...
glad it went well mate, but I feel sorry for Sarah having to be seen with you wearing those purple shorts on a walk ?? maybe a run you could pull it off, but a stroll in the town
Thank you for talking openly about your issue. I am facing same health problem for almost ten years already. The majority of the doctors says that I shouldn’t do anything , so far, because there is no danger. But it is always in my mind. May I ask if this issue caused you any further problems while you were racing 100k in South Africa or in Mozart100? Wish you to get back to your running pretty soon and thank you for your nice video! In solidarity!
If you’re always close by to good healthcare then it can be ok to do watchful waiting.. which for me living in central London was ok. But I wanted to get it fixed as we have lots of travel we want to do, to more remote areas of the world... where if something went wrong I could be in trouble. So made sense to fix it. I’ve never had any issues in races. In races where I struggled, such as those two, it wasn’t because of the hernia. Just tough days! There is always a risk by not having it repaired.. all be it a very minor risk, as in reality as most people can get it fixed quickly if they need to. Hopefully you find a solution that works well for you. I spoke with a few different surgeons in the UK before I found the right solution for me.. so it pays to do your research, read and get it sorted when the time is right for you. All the best!
@@BenParkes can you provide the name of your doc and the surgical technique used? I am researching for a bilateral hernia repair, no mesh, and your experience sounds like what I am looking for. Cheers!
If anyone is wondeirng it's Dr. Koch who did Bens surgery, a good choice if you want a pure tissue repair unlike the barbaric methods of using mesh in the UK which can go horribly wrong even years later, rejection, infection, migration etc
Sarah's face when you said I feel I could go for a run ... Lmao 🤣... Recover fast dude 👍
Haha.. she’s always looking out for me! Cheers Scott 👍
haha that was hilarious, every straight man knows that look!!!!
I had hernia surgery yesterday. I'm 72 a runner (jogger:>) )..we'll see who gets we'll first!! Only kidding...you get well! I enjoy your work.
Kent ha, good to see you’re in high spirits Kent! All the best with your recovery.. get well soon my friend!
😂 As women, that look comes naturally! Get well soon Ben 👍🏻
Hi Ben, Hope you recover fully soon. My grandfather went through the first world war and had several bullet and shrapnel wounds. Despite being pretty tough he couldn't get over the fear of getting a hernia operation and he suffered for years! Well done for overcoming any fears you may have had and as you would say 'getting it done'
Hi Ben and Sara, had my hernia repaired last year, I certainly wasn't walking around like you after 2 days but was running within 4 weeks and haven't looked back, just don't do too much too soon and you'll be fine, great you're over it 👍
Thanks for the message Colm! Great to hear you made a full and quick recovery 😀 all the best to you!
I got the mesh and have had no issues with it. For me there was absolutely no other choice as I had my first hernia during birth where it was properly stitched and lasted 45 years.
Normally, if you relapse (which was always going to happen, as a hernia at birth leaves a wound that during growth will weaken) the only proper alternative is the mesh.
Anyways... hope you're fine and up and RUNNING real soon!
Glad you are getting along so well so soon after the surgery. I have had a couple of hernia repairs in the past and I was nowhere near that level of mobility two days later.
So glad to here you're recovering we!! Getting it done!
Thank you Oscar.. keep on working hard with your RUclips channel! All the best 🙌
I may have to have a hernia repair. If so, it would be my 8 surgery. I’ve had 10 hernias. Not sure why this keeps happening. I know extreme weight loss can have an effect on that. I’ve lost 60 pounds in just under a year. I’ve been training for a half marathon. Today I went for a 10 mile run as part of my training. That’s when I felt it. During my cool down walk. How long was it before you started running again ? Enjoy the content. 👍
Hi Ben, for this month I have set PB in Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5 km. I've joined virtual runs and during every run I treat it as a time trial reason why I've beaten my previous PB. Although they were not as fast as other runners but it was quite fulfilling:
42.2km (3:38:32)
21.1km (1:30:14)
10 km (39.43)
5 km (18:46).
I really enjoyed watching your channel. I've learned many things from you and for that, thank you so much. Get well soon. Keep safe always.
Hello from Dresden and gute Besserung! I really love both of your channels 😊
Aww, thank you. Sarah bought me a card that said gute Besserung on the front :-) Dresden is one of the nicest cities I've been to for sure. Hope you're well!
Things happen for a reason, unfortunately... I broke my ankle last year by standing on the edge of a hole, and I sympathised with your ankle last year too. I have had a hernia for 5 years because I am scared but you inspired me to ‘Get It Done’.. going in for mesh on 13th Aug #StiilScared
All the best with getting your hernia repaired and the recovery Wayne! I’m now a week after the surgery and yeah, it’s still a bit sore.. but gets better each day and will be back running soon. I was scared too, it’s normal.. you’ll be ok!
Wayne Stevens I have hernia for years too (technically not finished hernia operation from childhood aggravated by strength training) and my birthday is August 13th! Is this a sign or what?
Wayne, I've had the mesh operation 1,5 years ago. Got back on the bike after 1,5 weeks and back to running 2 weeks later. Marathon after 2,5 months. Haven't felt a thing since. Just take it easy the first few weeks, keep walking like Ben does! You'll be back on your feet in no time ;)
Roeland Bitter awesome! Thank you for words and advice 👍
@@roelandbitter9719 So encouraging, I'm almost 8 weeks without running. Still feeling a bit of pain
Glad you're recovering well. It's good to take a little break from the running content, never been out side of Australia, so it was great to have a little look around Germany. It's on the bucket List.
Really glad you are out and about. Really appreciate your's and Sarah's channels. Good luck with the recovery. Running always waits for us if we have to take time out.
Yeah I had a hernia operation about 20 years ago, have the plastic mesh, what do they do instead of the plastic mesh, have heard some bad stories of the mesh causing problems, luckily mines been alright, no problems, but just don’t like the idea of bits of plastic floating around inside me 😜🤢I remember the first few days after the operation very sore, you’ll be back running soon as 👍🏼😀🍀🌿☘️🍃👊🏼
Good luck Ben with your recovery you will be back smashing it in no time
Thanks very much David! All the best to you 🙌
Hi Ben, thanks for everything you do on your channel (and to Sarah) really inspiring stuff! Recover well!
Aw, thanks Lewis. Appreciate that. 😀
@@BenParkes hi ben how are you now I'm scared to get mine repaired. Any words of advice
@@rajav4144 all ok now! It is scary though. Do lots of research and read as much as you can. You’ll find a solution that works for you. All the best!
@@BenParkes do mesh cause complications or it is safer nowadays
@@rajav4144 I had a mesh free hernia repair. So if you are worried you can try to find a mesh free option.
Thanks for all your positive videos and great inspiration. Good to see you up and about so quickly again.
Glad you like them Stefan! All the best with your running!
Glad it went well! This was a pretty fun and funny video👍🏼
Great video as always Ben, Good luck with your recovery looking forward to the next video 😊
All the best with your recovery! Got into running at the end of last year because of you and Sarah 👍
Are you wearing shorts for the dinner date as well? 😂 recover quickly!
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Hey Ben! Super happy you are getting back to fitness and that your recovery is off to a great start. Have fun in the Dolomites, my “playground” hahah!! Parts of the Lavaredo Ultra Trail and trails around Passo Sella, Passo Gardena and Passo Pordoi are especially breathtaking!!!
Yes, we can’t wait to get to Italy.. as it’s all new to us. Seeing all the images make it look amazing around that area. Plus we both would like to run Laverado one day. Very jealous you get to be there so much!!!
My runn doing well. I had a dip and stopped running duo to all cancelled race + new job. But now Im back on track and today Im gonna try to hit 20 min. Gonna b hard my pb is on 23min + I gonna try it on treadmill, then I dont ned to look at my watch. Glad to c you and Sarah doing well =)
Good luck Göran! Hope your run goes well. Congratulations on your new job! 🙌
Always makes me feel so positive when watching you guys
Sarah’s channel isn’t good.. It’s great!! Really enjoying her videos. Such a lovely couple and both very inspirational. Get well soon Ben 💪🏻
Glad to hear the surgery went well Ben, best of luck for a quick recovery and back on the road running again! Cheers from Canada, Scott
Good to see you taking the plunge to get it done Ben! I had a bilateral hernia repair last year and have numerous issues with the mesh insertions
Great to see the recovery going well Ben - your planned trip to the Mountains in Europe looks amazing too! 🏔 🏃♂️
I'm so happy your not in pain anymore and HAHAHAHA at Sarah's face when you said you want to go for a run. made me laugh, speedy recovery buddy
All the best, Ben, have a good recovery!
Magnets! My wife is the same with Christmas Tree ornaments...after three decades we need a second tree for them! Get well! Found unviable your warmup routine video...it literally allows me to be functional in the AM for runs. I go from barely able to trot the first 90 second jog to functional! Slowly working my way back to 10ks....much work to get done but your videos always help!
Great to see you getting on well. You seem chuffed with the surgery.
Just relieved I think! Thanks for the message Hank!
I found out I had a small Epigastric hernia, about 1cm above my belly button, in October 2021. I was really worried when I found out and stopped all exercise, tough for me as I love running and the gym. I was in no pain and you couldn’t see anything. I was advised to have a small op to fix it but the thought of an op, even a routine op like this, freaked me out, especially having a general anaesthetic. Anyway I decided to leave it, still not exercising but by January this year, not doing exercise had really got to me and so started to run again, which made me feel so much better. It’s now March and there has been absolutely no change in the hernia, no pain, nothing visible and I feel great. My dilemma is still whether to get it fixed or just leave it and get on with my normal exercise routine and get back to the gym, which I miss! Part of me feels that if it hasn’t changed then why put my body through an operation.
Any thoughts, feedback would be so welcome everyone.
Great you're making a good recovery. Brilliant!
Super stuff get better soon Ben 👍💪😀😉❤
We're between Berlin, famous for its marathon and Dresden...erm....moving on..
Praying for you all, God Bless you all, and your families Mate. :)
Hi there, can you please give a link for the Hernia operations?
Hi mate hope your ok!!
Lol....!!!!
Ben: alright let's go for a run!
Sarah: Run? Walk.....
Hehehehe....
Have heard that being anxious about GA can put you at risk of complications (ie high blood pressure/more GA needed), so did you discuss with the doctor/consultant beforehand that you were nervous about it? Lucky enough to never have to go under myself, but I reckon I’d be pretty anxious too! Great video, as always.
Hi Ben
Just reaching out to see how long you ran with your hernia ? I’ve just been told I have one but the waiting list is long so could be ages and I don’t want to not be able to run as it’s so important to my mental health. Thanks
I do remember though once at a Premier Inn I was there and the check-in was ok but I got to my room and the people before were still there so I left my stuff with them and they said they would look after it but when I came back they were still there and were asleep in the beds so I slept in the bathroom. In the morning they already had had breakfast and charged it to the room and they did the same the next day so I had to sleep in the bathroom again. It was annoying sleeping in the bathroom and the hotel let them keep charging things to my room and that was annoying but overall not a bad hotel nice views from the window. Another great positive video love it thanks.
All the best, injuries suck and nlt being able to do what you love 👍
Hi Ben, just looking at your Hernia op video, when did you get back to running as I've had hernia open surgery and mesh put in place, what was your recovery time? Just wanted to know when it's safe to resume from fellow athlete, I know your was slightly done different in Germany. Hope you've had a good Xmas.
Just went to Hans im gluck in Singapore last week! It must be everywhere haha.
Good luck for ypur reaumption of training
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Could you give us some more info about which procedure you actually got and what surgeon in Germany you used? Seems kind of vague the info you gave. Would be much appreciated.
Well done for looking so good 2 days after op! I had the same procedure (non mesh) on both sides (we had a good specialist in Newcastle upon Tyne - not sure whether you came across the guy in your research? - Mr Kevin Clark) in May 2018. I had a really experienced physio seeing over my recovery and I was back running in 6 to 8wks. You will come back stronger if you have been running against this nagging issue for some time!!!
Glad out all went well Ben, hope your out running asap👌🏃
Bro, You, are a very super human inside and out, Just Super Positive !!!
That intro really caught me off guard hahah! glad your doing really well mate!
Love it guys
Get well soon. Back running the roads in no time 👍🏃♂️
Nice to see you guys in my hometown Dresden! [btw. Yes, it is a Toilette and “Hans in Glück” is originally the name of a fairytale]
Get well, Ben!
Don't hate on the travel magnets! I do the same thing. I have to remind my significant other there could be worse things to collect on holiday.
Haha.. just friendly banter between us. Love them really!
Hi Ben can you explain what problem you were facing with hernia. Is there any major effect of hernia on running..?
I hope that you will recover very quick Ben so that we finally can see lots of running videos again. By the way, your German was pretty good. And yes, Glück means to be lucky. Maybe that is why my name is Hans. 😁
Onwards and upwards👍
LOL 3:49 Take it easy Ben, there are still no races to go to. Good thing we already know that your surgery was successful. Keep him in check @Sarah Place
Too many injuries... Take adequate rest... Come back super fast and strong. 💪
How much did you have to fork out for surgery in Germany?? My first hernia surgery I got it repaired in the US with the old method and I was running 2 weeks later (not a good idea) and the second one got it done with the new method (3 holes) and I waited a whole month before running and it was a bit too long of a wait.
Hey benhey Ben. So is it everything ok now after surgery? You didnt talk much ybout it bit what tipe of hernia did you haved? I have pain growin area lower abdominal which is goin more on left side and goin into left leg and abductor... i was never running that much but now after i incrased volume after 4 monts i got this pain in lower abdominal ane left side in leg but i dodnt have visible bulb?? Is that sport hernia what do you think? I was at specialist orthoped which just told me that surgery isnt 100% that its gonna fix my problem so gave advice for goin to physio and workout... also told me that ultrasound will show nothing??? what you think? At whic specialist were you? Thank you, i hope you are well😁
Hi guys, I’m a massive fan of this channel and genuinely find the videos interesting and informative, so keep up the good work!
I’ve got a question that’s arisen from my own training around cadence that I wondered if anyone can help me with. I’m trying to get my cadence to 180 but I’m struggling to keep the cadence high but keep the run relaxed or slow enough to maintain, is this common?
Where was your hernia? I have had one for 20 years by my belly button, no pain but I do need to have it fixed. Was caused by pregnancy..
It was in my groin.. it wasn't essential to get it fixed straight away.. but glad I did and can move on!
Get well soon pal!
Thanks very much Inkid!
I totalt understand the magnet thing. My wife does the same 😀
Hello Ben, Could you please share the name of the Doctor, thank you
Come and visit Milano Italy, I would be happy to show you around here 👍😀
Johan Larsson possibly we will visit.. as I’d like to see Monza!!
@@BenParkesMonza is very near Milano just around 25min by train 🙂 I would be happy to give you a tour of the city and the city park "parco sempione" is lovely for a run 👍🇮🇹😀
I had 2 inguinal hernias repaired robotically 2 weeks ago. Just had my follow up and will be able to begin running next week. I was just like you. I was walking 7 miles a day for 2 weeks just wishing I could run. Ha
Hey man, how did you slowly start loading your core? I had umbilical and epigastric hernia repair, as well as diastasis recti up the midline surgery 5 days ago with subcutaneous onlay laparoscopically. The pain at this point is still very intense, like hot knives in my belly button. I have a drain in for a week and a binder to support me.
I have a background of calisthenics, running, yoga and gymnastics and really want to get back to this. I'd lost a lost of strength and muscle weight prior to the surgery, after a gnarly post op infection from my wisdom tooth extraction surgery, so feel like i've got a long road ahead. Want to get strong again but not overdo it and bust something. Any suggestions on what to do when would be welcome. I'm trying to seek out some local physiotherapist support for my rehab. There is such varied advice out there, and I had very minimal guidance from the surgeon. Basically just, you should be fine to do most stuff after a few weeks. Not great advice for me as I'd be back to busting out gymnastics rings pull ups lol
Cheers
Ben was this a regular hernia or a sports hernia? My reason for asking is that I am battling a groin strain that I suspect may also be related to a sports hernia. If it is I'd be interested in hearing more of your symptoms, and of what may have caused it.
Jonathan Drake this was a regular hernia.. I did it jumping out the way of an object while running.. best get it checked out by your GP, then can make a plan once you know exactly what the issue is. All the best!
@@BenParkes Thanks for the feedback Ben. Yes I've had doctors visits and have an ultrasound in a few days. Having had two plus recent years of broken running and wellness until a sick gallbladder was finally diagnosed I'm making sure the wheels turn faster this time and am pushing the answers along!
speedy recover
I have retractable inguinal hernia but can I do only pushups
Where do you find your routes when you're travelling abroad? Is it you plan them through Strava? Or find them somewhere else?
He’s always in those purple shorts🤣 Did you not know I am a runner?
They are SOOO comfy though Owen!!
😂
My left achillestendon has been so painfull, that I havent been running for a week now.
Hope to start very slowly again in a couple of days and then a month of slow short runs...
on holiday i buy a xmas decoration. that way it only appears once a year and i dont have to dust it. my sister buys a magnet
Hm, maybe I should fix my hernia too, it’s frustrating I can’t even buy slightly heavier groceries. I am just waiting for Covid to disappear 😂
Hopefully you can find a solution that works for you!
Ben Parkes Thanks Ben, you are a trooper!
Recover well 🙂
I’m a magnet snob too Sarah!😆
Best wishes man /
Any plans to add "Ultra" training plans to the website for purchase?
Who new Ben Parkes was a travel vlogger!!
Anyone else feel so much better about overcoming injuries after seeing how positive Ben remains when he has one?
did they used mesh?
glad it went well mate, but I feel sorry for Sarah having to be seen with you wearing those purple shorts on a walk ?? maybe a run you could pull it off, but a stroll in the town
I don’t think Ben owns a single pair of trousers...just 2”shorts 😜
😂😂😂
Your German doesn't sound bad, actually! Gute Besserung :D
Thank you!! We like to try and speak the local language when we travel.. even though we are typical British people and can't. But we try!
Hietal hernia?
Thank you for talking openly about your issue. I am facing same health problem for almost ten years already. The majority of the doctors says that I shouldn’t do anything , so far, because there is no danger. But it is always in my mind. May I ask if this issue caused you any further problems while you were racing 100k in South Africa or in Mozart100? Wish you to get back to your running pretty soon and thank you for your nice video! In solidarity!
If you’re always close by to good healthcare then it can be ok to do watchful waiting.. which for me living in central London was ok. But I wanted to get it fixed as we have lots of travel we want to do, to more remote areas of the world... where if something went wrong I could be in trouble. So made sense to fix it. I’ve never had any issues in races. In races where I struggled, such as those two, it wasn’t because of the hernia. Just tough days!
There is always a risk by not having it repaired.. all be it a very minor risk, as in reality as most people can get it fixed quickly if they need to.
Hopefully you find a solution that works well for you. I spoke with a few different surgeons in the UK before I found the right solution for me.. so it pays to do your research, read and get it sorted when the time is right for you.
All the best!
@@BenParkes Thank you so much, Ben!
@@BenParkes can you provide the name of your doc and the surgical technique used? I am researching for a bilateral hernia repair, no mesh, and your experience sounds like what I am looking for. Cheers!
@@sundog1973 did you get the information?
@@i.p2088 no, I didn't get a reply. @BenParkes would you share the name of the doc?
boy is runing on painkillers adrenaline still pumping ... is not that easy, recovery take time
Are you capable of wearing normal shorts or is it just the short shorts?...
My wife loves sweet potato chips. I myself are not a fan though.
You’re missing out hank!!
It's frustrating having to just walk when all you want to do is run, I doubt Sarah will let you run before you should anyway 😂
Your surgery open are laprocopic and mesh are without mesh
He mentioned it was without a mesh, but didn't specify if it was was open or laproscopic.
Any good hernia jokes? 😜
Why was she always behind and then caught up by the end of each clip xd
She's also recording Ben to have some shot variety in the video
War es lecker?
If anyone is wondeirng it's Dr. Koch who did Bens surgery, a good choice if you want a pure tissue repair unlike the barbaric methods of using mesh in the UK which can go horribly wrong even years later, rejection, infection, migration etc
Hello, Could you please let me know if you had the same surgery at Cottbus ?
@@janpeugeot5411 No I found an even better surgeon called Dr. Conze in Munich, go there if you want the very best