Tim, thank you for sharing your heart attack story years ago now. I remember you discussing the CTA test for some reason. This past November I had a 75% blockage in my LAD and had a heart attack during the stent procedure and other complications. Your story gave me hope that I'd run again. Six mos. later and I'm finally off most meds. and bouncing back. You are an amazing story. Much love to you and your beautiful family.
@@AustinBigWig Yes, it happened during the angioplasty (balloon) part of the procedure. I'm still on Plavix and will be on aspirin and a statin the rest of my life. Doc said I happen to make sticky blood. I'd like to emphasize that every heart attack patient is unique. Losing my breath and chest pain while running was my indicator and it progressed each time I tried to run. Then those symptoms occurred while at rest. Go to the ER when in doubt!
Thanks for your story. I am not a professional athlete but 3 months ago was diagnosed with severe blockage after just wanting some tests for family history. No symptoms. Like you had a widowmaker and blocked bad enough to need bypass. I am recovering well and enjoying cardiac rehab. Like you, I am kind of the youngest in it and they don't have good guidelines for people more fit. Trying to establish my own rehab/training program with my Dr. Also encouraging family and friends to get tested. Stories like yours really help. Thanks.
Tim, you inspire a generation - unbelievable how you do it and what you achieve. This is the real meaning of GOAT. The journey is what makes you so great.
Here because I just watched the Rich Roll podcast! Love your story. Unbelievable really! Incredible! Looking forward to seeing your guys story progress and hopefully see you at a race one day.
Amazing video! It's so great that you share your love for swimming, it is such an amazing water sport and it's lovely to see you enjoy it, keep going with these great videos. If it doesn't bother you, I'd like to give you a suggestion, a tip for the next videos: Basically, you could try inserting some comic and funny stuff... to give everyone a pinch of humor that, in the world of swimming, diving and all water activities, can never be missing. Now, I don't think much of it, but the first thing I could think of in your sport might be peeing in the water. Once, my uncle, who is a scuba diver, peed in his wetsuit during a long diving session and that moment was absolutely funny, he even wrote "I’m peeing" on a waterproof notebook during the session. He has always been telling me that there are 2 types of divers and swimmers: those who pee in the water and those who lie. I know it may sound strange as a request but, in my opinion, these are moments of happiness and carefree that always make everyone smile. I hope you like the idea and I hope you have a wonderful day!
Wow very inspiring video. I remembered when I was got my heart attack, I'm looking for a person who can motivate me that can help me inspired to go back what Im doing to be actively fit. Thanks a lot for this video. And now I already subscribed.
Congratulations!🎉 Wondering what your cardiologist thinks about the erythritol in UCAN drink mixes. Recent study of over 4000 people by the Cleveland Clinic ( Dr. Stanley Hazen) showed “ enhanced clot formation “ and an association with” major adverse cardiovascular events “ with increased blood levels of erythritol. Might be worth running it by your docs. Great admiration for you and Rinny.
Praises for Tim The Great !!! but we at The Community have the feeling that you should call it a day for competing even in short tri races after an heart attack,just swim,bike and run for your own fitness and to live to see your children grow...your body is telling that to you !!!! listen to it !!! if u take 2 weeks for recovering from a short course tri than we would not advise u to do longer tri race or do races at all...instead just keep fighting the future !!!!
How's that ?? a young & healthy athlete gets a heart attack ! remember Laurent Vidal, French athlete who died while sleeping. no mystery : you take junk dope, at the end of the day, you must pay the bill. the archives speak : Tom Simpson, Flo Jo, Pantani, Greg Welch forced to retire after heart issues & many others. your choice !
i love this guy. but you have to think about your family.....heart issues as a pro tri....you have got to be crazy......give it up...get a real job for your family...still work out and be fit but your pro days are over...do this for your wife and kids....dont be selfish!!! you cant have it all!!!
Tim, thank you for sharing your heart attack story years ago now. I remember you discussing the CTA test for some reason. This past November I had a 75% blockage in my LAD and had a heart attack during the stent procedure and other complications. Your story gave me hope that I'd run again. Six mos. later and I'm finally off most meds. and bouncing back. You are an amazing story. Much love to you and your beautiful family.
Wow! You didn't have a heart attack prior to the stent, but the stent procedure gave you one? Are you still on Blood Thinners and a statin?
@@AustinBigWig Yes, it happened during the angioplasty (balloon) part of the procedure. I'm still on Plavix and will be on aspirin and a statin the rest of my life. Doc said I happen to make sticky blood. I'd like to emphasize that every heart attack patient is unique. Losing my breath and chest pain while running was my indicator and it progressed each time I tried to run. Then those symptoms occurred while at rest. Go to the ER when in doubt!
Always liked Tim. He is a gentleman and one of the good guys of the sport. Great job!!
Kenny is a great videographer.
Thanks for your story. I am not a professional athlete but 3 months ago was diagnosed with severe blockage after just wanting some tests for family history. No symptoms. Like you had a widowmaker and blocked bad enough to need bypass. I am recovering well and enjoying cardiac rehab. Like you, I am kind of the youngest in it and they don't have good guidelines for people more fit. Trying to establish my own rehab/training program with my Dr. Also encouraging family and friends to get tested. Stories like yours really help. Thanks.
Tim, you inspire a generation - unbelievable how you do it and what you achieve. This is the real meaning of GOAT. The journey is what makes you so great.
Here because I just watched the Rich Roll podcast! Love your story. Unbelievable really! Incredible! Looking forward to seeing your guys story progress and hopefully see you at a race one day.
Congratulations Tim!! You are an inspiration and a true warrior!
So happy for you Tim, awesome job 🎉
Heard Rich Roll mention he had you on his podcast. Can not wait for that episode!!!
Amazing achievement Tim, so delighted for you, keep up the great work
Yay! Way to push through the hard stuff. Congratulations on the win 🎉
Amazing video! It's so great that you share your love for swimming, it is such an amazing water sport and it's lovely to see you enjoy it, keep going with these great videos. If it doesn't bother you, I'd like to give you a suggestion, a tip for the next videos: Basically, you could try inserting some comic and funny stuff... to give everyone a pinch of humor that, in the world of swimming, diving and all water activities, can never be missing. Now, I don't think much of it, but the first thing I could think of in your sport might be peeing in the water. Once, my uncle, who is a scuba diver, peed in his wetsuit during a long diving session and that moment was absolutely funny, he even wrote "I’m peeing" on a waterproof notebook during the session. He has always been telling me that there are 2 types of divers and swimmers: those who pee in the water and those who lie. I know it may sound strange as a request but, in my opinion, these are moments of happiness and carefree that always make everyone smile. I hope you like the idea and I hope you have a wonderful day!
You are a good person Tim! This video is amazing, the run part where camera focuses on Tim´ legs only is hypnotic :)
Could not be happier for you Tim... congratulations and good luck going forward!!!
Fantastic!
Very amazing you what you went through and came back from
You ARE an amazing human being
Great video, Tim. You are very easy to cheer for. Good luck in Gulf Coast & get home in time for Mother's Day!
you're an inspiration tim!
I love the raw footage! Rest also superb.
Congratulations!
Pure class!
❤ legends back
Congratulations!!!
Congratulaciones ❤😊❤
Big inspiration 😊
AFIB I am coming back!! You inspire me
T.O. what energy shot were you talking about. Us old guys need to pass knowledge lol😂
Congratulations on the win!
Please tell us more about your secret weapon
Wow very inspiring video. I remembered when I was got my heart attack, I'm looking for a person who can motivate me that can help me inspired to go back what Im doing to be actively fit. Thanks a lot for this video. And now I already subscribed.
The shot “Tactical” where do you buy this ?
Woooot 🎉🎉🎉
Stay healthy TO!
Congratulations!🎉
Wondering what your cardiologist thinks about the erythritol in UCAN drink mixes. Recent study of over 4000 people by the Cleveland Clinic ( Dr. Stanley Hazen) showed “ enhanced clot formation “ and an association with” major adverse cardiovascular events “ with increased blood levels of erythritol. Might be worth running it by your docs.
Great admiration for you and Rinny.
Handsome specimen!
awesome 🎉 link for Tactical?
❤❤
Did TO drop some weight?
What did you drink ?Tactical? That help you? Please tell
I want to run this good awesome
Praises for Tim The Great !!! but we at The Community have the feeling that you should call it a day for competing even in short tri races after an heart attack,just swim,bike and run for your own fitness and to live to see your children grow...your body is telling that to you !!!! listen to it !!! if u take 2 weeks for recovering from a short course tri than we would not advise u to do longer tri race or do races at all...instead
just keep fighting the future !!!!
If Novak Djokovic had been your inspiration, you would not have had this problem!!!!
How's that ?? a young & healthy athlete gets a heart attack ! remember Laurent Vidal, French athlete who died while sleeping. no mystery : you take junk dope, at the end of the day, you must pay the bill. the archives speak : Tom Simpson, Flo Jo, Pantani, Greg Welch forced to retire after heart issues & many others. your choice !
i love this guy. but you have to think about your family.....heart issues as a pro tri....you have got to be crazy......give it up...get a real job for your family...still work out and be fit but your pro days are over...do this for your wife and kids....dont be selfish!!! you cant have it all!!!