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2009-06-25 9:28 AM

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Subject: Road Rash, can't swim, how much can I add to my run?
I had my monthly bike crash this morning (only partially kidding!) and have some decent road rash on my knee, hip, hand and elbow.  I feel pretty good and was able to complete my ride (bike is okay other than cosmetic damage to the brifter). 

I don't feel comfortable getting in the pool at the gym in my current state and will be missing out on some of my upcoming swim sessions.  This is a bummer since I've been improving in the pool but this is a weak area of mine. 

Main question:  Looking at my logs, how much should I add to my biking and especially running knowing that I won't be swimming for a bit?  I have really tried to keep my distances in check to avoid injury since I'm starting with almost no base.  I have been doing 4 swims, 3 runs, and 3 bikes per week when on schedule.  I have a my very first sprint on July 19th.

Anyone have experience with this?  How long do you think I'll be out of the pool?  My hand has fairly deep gashes but not severe enough to require stitches.  The rest is significant as well but definitely not ridiculous.  Am I right in avoiding the pool with 'open wounds?'


2009-06-25 9:34 AM
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Subject: RE: Road Rash, can't swim, how much can I add to my run?
Looks like you're doing a good job so far of gradually increasing distance; unfortunately, I wouldn't run more than you otherwise would have, just because you are unable to swim... I think the 10% rule still applies.  Especially since your logs mentioned knee pain on the run a few days ago.

If you want to do some extra minutes to compensate for the swim, I'd do it on the bike.
2009-06-25 9:52 AM
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Subject: RE: Road Rash, can't swim, how much can I add to my run?
One thing I forgot to mention.  My area has OWS sessions twice a week.  I was thinking of starting those in a week or two but wanted a bit more distance in the pool first.  Should I start OWS sessions sooner now?  I don't see much of a problem swimming in a lake with a bit of road rash.
2009-06-25 9:57 AM
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Subject: RE: Road Rash, can't swim, how much can I add to my run?
On a slight side note, have you been using Tegaderm on your road rash?  If not I HIGHLY recommend it.  I used it on my last nasty road rash and it healed so much better. It looks like saran wrap and was designed for burn treatment. They make it in all different sizes and found sheets of it large enough to cover my entire shin at a medical supply store.  It keeps the wound moist and clean while it heals.  That would be a good covering for your OWS.  I wouldn't go into open water with open road rash - too high a chance for infection.  But I would with Tegaderm on it. 





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