What is wrong with my heart?! A BAD life update for a pro cyclist

Wondered why no rides have been recorded on strava?
Here is a video explaining what has been going on, whilst I make some laksa for dinner.
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[@domsiddall]

Just wanted to share that I have a 10 year old daughter who loves your videos and finds them very inspiring. Today on holiday in France she did a 30km gravel/road ride with a hike up a sand dune to the sea and called it her “Maddy Nutty Adventure”….hope this makes you smile - it made me smile! Get well soon and follow the medical advice… this too shall pass!!

[@joenutt8647]

From one dad to another - that absolutely made my day.

[@maddynutt]

@@domsiddall this made my day too!! Thank you so much for sharing and pass on a hello from me. I hope we get to meet one day :)

[@davidvonslingshot]

former pro, had pericarditis a few years back. Rx was for arsenal of advil (4 gel caps 3 or 4x day!) and REST REST REST. I can tell you it is mission critical you take the time off, this can come back and bite you down the road. Whatever the docs say for time frame - pad their estimate to be longer, rather than shorter. Fit people recover faster than the gen pop. You will be fine. BUT - make sure you chill. I cannot recall how many month(s) I was off, but plan on a few.

[@maddynutt]

@@davidvonslingshot thanks so much for advice on this! I’m going to be super cautious. Not worth risking long term damage at all

[@cejay67]

I have IBD so any NSAID in those doses was off limits for me. I had to use a drug normally prescribed for gout!

[@ln5747]

💉?

[@ctsingletrack]

What was the cause? Exercise induced?

[@live-to-ride]

Just look at the comments on here. Its comforting to see how many people are starting to make to connection. 💉

[@TheRflynn]

Oh get off the stage. “i raced with a virus”

[@jimtro4403]

I am so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I am just an old weekend warrior and can't imagine not being able to ride my bike. Hang in there and just take it day by day and listen to the doctors. Wish I could just give you a hug and just stay positive. Praying for you.

[@maddynutt]

@@jimtro4403 thank you so so much

[@johnpayne2465]

Rest, recover. Glad you got it checked before it got worse. Sending smiles and the power to heal faster!

[@chrisgarwood2237]

Speedy recovery Maddy, I had the pericardial effusion in 2018 (exercised when unwell), ended up in a ambulance ride to the hospital, my consultant said it was ok to gentle exercise and I am sure that made it last longer (maybe my idea of gentle was harder than theirs), keep the videos coming but stay safe

[@maddynutt]

@@chrisgarwood2237 thank you!! Gosh that sounds scary. I think the knowledge has massively changed since covid as more people are getting diagnosed with heart issues. Doctors a lot stricter now!

[@foodbymark]

Wish you a speedy recovery!

[@batporio]

Get well soon Maddy! Massive hug! I tore my ACL in January and so couldnt ride for a few weeks. Then slowly got back into it as part of pre-surgery recovery. Spent two months preparing...then had surgery. More time off the bike and recovery again. Back to sort of normal now. It is never nice being off the bike and exercise in general, but this time will go quicker than you think. Fitness will come back surprisingly quick for a strong rider like you. You will be winning races in no time! Stay strong!

[@maddynutt]

@@batporio gosh that’s so long off the bike! Great to here you are almost back to normal! I miss being fit 😭

[@andygolborne5747]

Hi Maddy. As a bit of an old git and a keen gravel rider I really enjoy your cycling films (with a mix of envy and admiration...) and adventures and so sorry to see you have the cardiac issue. Take care and rest.

[@maddynutt]

Thank you!

[@masonryjoe]

Safe and effective maybe, sorry to hear it.

[@verdeboyo]

Hey Maddy, Im Mr random on here. The title got me clicking! Very sorry for you young Lady, do hope everything gets fixed and you're back on the bike. I just couldn't imagine how I'd cope with being told not to ride for whatever length of time because I love the cycling and been doing it for decades. Mend well and go race!👍🏻

[@maddynutt]

@@verdeboyo thanks so much for these kind words !

[@waltquandt6226]

Hi Maddy. I'm an older cycling enthusiast which is why your video came up in my feed. I'm sure you are aware that Ella Harris another Pro cyclist on KZbin is struggling with similar heart issues. At first I thought it was you until I checked and saw that you were in fact 2 different people. 🙂 In any case I subscribed and wish you a speedy and full recovery. Once your heart heals your fitness will come back quickly. take care.

[@mcaxz]

Sad to hear it but smell the roses of life and get better soon. I had something similar 6 years ago. Eventually I got better and I m even doing a full ironman at the end of October. You are a beautiful young lady and you will live a long full life with a lot of cycling.

[@maddynutt]

@@mcaxz thanks so much for such kind words! Amazing to hear you’re doing an Ironman!

[@OliviaKamphorst]

Inflammation sucks! I've been battling similar issues for a few years now. Rest and recover, and you'll come back even stronger! Keep up the cooking content and stay strong! Cycling is still in your blood. 💪

[@maddynutt]

@@OliviaKamphorst thanks so much! Hope you recover too ☺️

[@carlpowell1855]

Hi Maddy, I can relate completely. 6 years ago I was experiencing dizziness and heart arythmias. Then one day I had a bad episode and was admitted to hospital fearing a heart attack. After checks and tests i was told no riding and my heart arrhythmia was serious and i wasnt allowed to do any exercise. Further tests, ICD fitted and a 8hr heart procedure took its toll! This year i compleiated the CTS ride 206miles in a day, i still have my condition, i still struggle with my mental health but I am riding again. All tne best and stay positive and strong.

[@maddynutt]

@@carlpowell1855 so glad to hear you are riding again!!!

[@joemiller7296]

I follow you and a few other gravel cyclists on Strava for motivation for me to ride my bike, and your absence is noticible. Wishing you a speedy recovery and back to stacking podiums as soon as possible.

[@maddynutt]

I miss riding😭

[@LukeMelto]

Wishing you a smooth and speedy recovery! We'll be here for the cooking videos and that LEGO build you hinted at!

[@maddynutt]

@@LukeMelto it’ll have to be an impressive build 🤣

[@jailsea]

Sorry to hear this Maddy. I can sympathise as currently two months off the bike after a dose of pancreatitis. I’m sure if you rest and carry on eating well you’ll be back riding in a few weeks. 💪

[@kevinscruggs]

I had the same issue in my late 50's and didn't pay any attention to it. My cardiologist didn't see anything on an EKG. I pushed through until it was impossible to ride at any intensity. Once I had the echo they saw what it was. I took one month off (which was brutal on my psyche) but it got much better. Its truly hard to rest when you are wired like you are and I am. But I can attest it will be better for you. Patience is something I have learned to acquire because it is something I have never been good at. You will be fine. But I certainly understand how you feel.

[@maddynutt]

@@kevinscruggs sorry you also went through this! Not exercising is just the worst

[@Teeve01]

You inspired me to sign up for the Rift this year. I’m sorry you weren’t able to do it but health comes first. I want to hear about your Iceland trip and see how it compared to mine! Healing will come just be patient… patience is so hard.

[@maddynutt]

So happy to hear you did the Rift! That's epic. I am working on an Iceland campervan road trip vid :)

[@Taliesin-cymru]

Sorry to hear that your not well, hope you come good soon, sometimes a health scare can be the catalyst for a rethink on how you do things. I had a few ticker turns in 2022 and ended up getting a stent put in but i was back on the bike in a few months no dramas and performing better than I was before the issue. You will be right just rest up and recover, keep your chin up.

[@maddynutt]

@@Taliesin-cymru thanks so much ☺️

[@eashtalks]

😢get well soon. It’s better you know now than when it’s too late to do anything about it. I hope you have a great trip, and cooking videos are also good.

[@maddynutt]

@@eashtalks that’s very true! Thank you :)

[@ChrisCorless]

Sorry to hear of your issue Maddy, it's a bummer. Keep framing it as a break to recharge and re energise and don't rush back. Take the time that's needed and come back hard when you get the all clear. There is a lot of inspiration this year of riders who have had major down time and have returned very strong. Embrace life off the bike, you'll be back on it soon enough!

[@maddynutt]

@@ChrisCorless that’s very true! Just so itchy not riding my bike but you’re totally right, it’s just time to recharge

[@ChrisCorless]

@@maddynutt it's so bloody difficult to not ride, it's a mindshift, this is what you need anything to do to get faster. I had a health issue pop up the day before the start which prevented me from riding gravel world's last year, devastating. But followed protocols and now at the strongest I have ever been. You got this!

[@omarc4ut]

I commend your taking prompt action to figure out what was going on. Many people just ignore symptoms or explain it away. You may have saved your life. Best of luck and get well.

[@benduval8473]

Had the same issue 18months ago after a meningitis that led to heart inflammation as well. Resting HR was double the normal and had formal order not to do any exercise for a few weeks. Took about a month to come back to normal and now I am stronger than ever ! Stay busy and rest a lot you’ll be even faster after that !!!

[@maddynutt]

@@benduval8473 good to hear you are stronger than ever! My RHR was almost double for a week or so

[@vicnutt6742]

YIKES! Maddy, I'm sorry to hear about the heart condition...sounds like you got somewhat of an early warning which will allow you to prevent additional problems. You have been on such a roll (!) with exciting races and videos, but just coast a while to heal the machine. All the best, Vic

[@maddynutt]

Thank you! Such a roll but I’m glad I caught it when I did

[@mojochaser6383]

Aww, I'm sorry to hear this. Sounds very scary. Wishing you a healthy recovery. Travel vlogs, cooking, and kitty updates are always great to see. Lego is brilliant, too. Maybe a Lego exhibition to visit for some inspiration. All the best!

[@maddynutt]

@@mojochaser6383 thanks so much ☺️

[@elbowspeak]

So sorry to that you have to spend time off the bike. I have gobs of empathy for your challenging weeks ahead. I had an injury a couple years ago that kept me off for 6 weeks. My anxiety and ADHD went crazy and I spent lots of days on edibles to compensate. I hope the break is even more brief that minimum estimates🤞

[@maddynutt]

@@elbowspeak I hope so too 🙏🏼 I don’t think I have the brain to cope with time off

[@jonathanrobinson2628]

Really sorry to hear about the enforced time off. I've been enjoying your videos since subscribing last year. Rest up and come back stronger.

[@maddynutt]

@@jonathanrobinson2628 thank you! 🤞🏼

[@SomeTechGuy666]

Discussion of the heart issue starts @4:18.

[@annakollmannsuhr]

speedy recovery Maddy! "unknown period of time" sucks but it'll all be worth it

[@maddynutt]

@@annakollmannsuhr thanks Anna ❤️

[@efraimlouisegolicruz795]

wishing you fast recovery! comeback stronger!

[@flojo7144]

Let's go Legoooo! Seriously tho, you are so much more than your bike! I believe content as you suggested will be just as entertaining to most of us until you can get back on your wheels. FWIW, Courtney, your sister and the regular cyclist friends who appear on your videos always enhance the production quality, and usually crank the quirkiness meter up a delightful notch. Hang in there, it gets better, and enjoy the road trip!

[@maddynutt]

@@flojo7144 i do have some fun people around me !!

[@malcontent_1]

Harrumph! Well, while your heart (the pump) isn't working so well, your "heart" (the ❤) seems to be in good working order. Sending positive vibes towards your healing.

[@maddynutt]

@@malcontent_1 thank you!!

[@barriobikes68]

Hoping for a speedy recovery, Maddy! A lot of this sounds oddly familiar (minus the professional cyclist part). Keep yourself occupied, learn new stuff, we look forward to cheering on your return to two wheels...when appropriate. Thank you for sharing, and in the meantime...enjoy the trip👊🏾.

[@maddynutt]

@@barriobikes68 thanks so much ☺️

[@10hungtran]

I hope you recovery quickly and are able to get back on the bike soon. Keep the cooking videos coming! Your cooking looks so delicious.

[@maddynutt]

@@10hungtran thank you!! :)

[@mission1-2-1]

Excellent self awareness and response. Lesson to anyone experiencing unusual heart / chest signals, get it checked out thoroughly a.s.a.p. Not too difficult to know where causation occurred. All the best from Auz down under 😎

[@maddynutt]

@@mission1-2-1 cheers! Honestly so relieved that I could sense something wasn’t right

[@DavidStephenson-dg6ib]

Wishing you well Maddy. I really enjoy your videos. Really hope you get sorted so you can ride again, even if not racing. I can't imagine not being able to ride my bike each day 👍

[@maddynutt]

@@DavidStephenson-dg6ib it’s the worst! But I’m going to be so happy when I ride again

[@stuartguy4479]

Rest up and take your time, until then I’m defo here for the cooking videos!

[@philbrubaker1678]

Maddy, I'm so sorry to hear this news. You should know that your videos bring joy and inspiration to so many cyclists. Maybe this is the time for Courtney to take her swanny duties to the next level. I'm thinking handing you a glass of juice as you slowly walk down the hall in your apartment? Swanny Cam: Home Edition? Do take good care of yourself and if you're ever back in the US, come to Vermont for the best gravel this side of the Pond.

[@maddynutt]

@@philbrubaker1678 hahahaha swanny cam home edition made me giggle

[@kipcc3918]

That break is a good one, Your couple days back would feel like the fastest. But It does suck to just hit a plateau, Hope you have a speedy recovery 🫶🏻

[@maddynutt]

@@kipcc3918 thanks so much ☺️

[@Big_Lou_]

Hang there, be patient and good to yourself! Fell in love with everything cycling in my late 20’s had an MI(heart attack) when I was 34. Thought all my athletic pursuits were over but I was patient and followed doctors orders mostly;) I since went on to compete in my 40’s including Leadville 100, BWR and now I just enjoy being out there on the gravel running and riding. I am now 52 and Heart is still good:)🚴🏽🏃🏾❤️

[@maddynutt]

@@Big_Lou_ that’s awesome !!!

[@mohrrube8455]

Hey Maddy, i wish u all the best an a fast recovery. Greets from Germany

[@maddynutt]

@@mohrrube8455 thank you!!

[@davidpinckney5595]

Hi, I hope your feeling well 2020 I had issues and had a angiogram 4 stents later and 4 years later I'm now starting to feel better,I feel for you and understand your frustration yes I'm a Masters Racer but having not raced this year because of further Stange issues it's mind bendingly frustrating, keep the faith and don't rush it, I can't help with your heart but I can help with a big HUG 🤗 be strong🙏

[@maddynutt]

Thanks so much ☺️

[@DerrickAbucheri]

Quick recovery Maddy! You sure will come back stronger champ!

[@maddynutt]

@@DerrickAbucheri thank you ☺️

[@christopheroliver148]

Writing as someone who's recovering from a recent hernia procedure, I sympathize with you on the matter of an enforced sedentary lifestyle. Even if you're just a lowly fitness rider as am I, the change (1.5mo no hard exercise) is jarring and more than a bit depressing. I wish you the best of luck with your cardiac recovery, and I hope you're able to ride sooner rather than later.

[@maddynutt]

@@christopheroliver148 very very depressing! Hope you recover well too

[@jaycahow4667]

You must not have had laparoscopic hernia surgery. I had laparoscopic hernia surgery for a groin hernia (could hardly walk) in January 1998 and had only a week recovery period. After a week they said I could do what ever I wanted and I was out shoveling snow in a couple of days.. "1.5mo no hard exercise" you got screwed............

[@christopheroliver148]

@@jaycahow4667 Don't make assumptions. I had my second lap, right side this time. The surgeon imposed weight lift restrictions, no core work, and only light riding for 1.5mo. I'm more inclined to trust my surgeon than a random on the net. Maybe the surgery practice I used is a bit more careful than yours was. I hope you understand.

[@jaycahow4667]

@@christopheroliver148 Just a quick search on laparoscopic hernia surgery recovery times shows your doctor's expectations are extremely conservative. You may have other underlying heath concerns like being over weight or diabetic that you did not mention. I know multiple bikers that have had laparoscopic hernia surgery (one had a double) and we were all back on the bike in a fraction of the time your mention. "Regarding exercise, we encourage you to try to walk, use a treadmill, or use a stationary bike without any resistance the first day after surgery. Heavier exercising at the gym, running, or lifting more than 25 pounds can generally resume without restriction after 2 weeks, or when completely pain free, whichever occurs first. The majority of patients report that they are able to return to work without restrictions after 3 - 7 days. Follow up with your surgeon within the first 2 weeks after surgery. While we believe the recovery from a laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair is rapid, please allow yourself up to 3 weeks to feel completely normal/back to your baseline again."

[@knitrundig4663]

Yes, more foodie videos please, and non-bike travel. Have a great trip to Iceland, look forward to hearing about the food there. It's difficult to adjust to an enforced break from something you love. Maybe you could decorate the decanted jars too, I resorted to sorting my herbs and spices alphabetically. I'm rushing off to decant stock cubes and remembering how good the Kallo umami ones are.

[@maddynutt]

Yes to decorating jars !!! And non bike travel and food. I’m endeavouring to try local food here. Those stock cubes are something else…!

[@karlbulow2574]

Hang in there! Keep doing gravel focused content, great channel!

[@ricardocastanon6701]

Get well soon Mady! Greetings from Mexico.

[@ScottBaker1]

+10 for heart health! About 10 years ago or so I caught a viral infection and ended up with Myocarditi, 4 days in the ICU. Heart stuff is scary stuff! Fist bump for carditis twinsies! After some time though, I was allowed to return to full exercise. Hang in there! +2 for more Courtney cam! Always up for more Courtney/swanny cam! + 1 for Bailey

[@maddynutt]

@@ScottBaker1 oh noooo! 4 days in ICU is awful!! Hopefully will be back asap 🤞🏼

[@andrewoliphant9637]

Aww no hope you get better heart goes out to you please please listen to your advice ,going to be tough you can do it kid ❤️

[@maddynutt]

@@andrewoliphant9637 thank you!

[@threeohm]

Stay strong Maddy and feel better soon. I vote for more Courtenay and more cats in your non-bike videos.

[@maddynutt]

@@threeohm I’ll let her and Bailey know 🤣

[@hereticyogi]

Hope you recover quickly and completely. Sounds like you'll have an unscheduled "off season," so maybe you will be able to build back up even stronger than before.

[@maddynutt]

@@hereticyogi I hope so!!

[@paperjourni8964]

oh that must be tough! cycling is kind of always the one thing that works when injured. Being not able to do anything must be tough. Get well soon!

[@maddynutt]

@@paperjourni8964 thank you!!

[@obstundgemuse2022]

so many cyclists seem to have this these days! wish you a good recovery!

[@davidryan4454]

It's not just cyclists & We, who are not blind know why there has been such an uptick in numbers since 2021 .....

[@jailsea]

@@davidryan4454Yeah, that’ll be covid…

[@jamesmckenzie3532]

Had to stay off the bike twice. In 2015 had hernia repair surgery and in 2021 I had a serious hiking fall. Take the time your doctors say to take and then you'll be back on form quickly. You are still here and able to get around. Walking isn't a bad thing either if your doctors allow it.

[@rafaelmedina604]

Fingers already crossed for a stronger comeback

[@maddynutt]

@@rafaelmedina604 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

[@JoeS97756]

Hang in there and as you said be happy it wasn't something wrong with your heart. I'm a mountain biker and have had pericarditis twice, most recently about a year ago and then 17 years before that. Last year the ER doc thought it was a heart attack so went through the full workup and a night in the hospital before the Pericarditis diagnosis. Can't recall exactly what the cardiologist advised this time, but I think I rested for a few weeks before riding. Also took Colchicine for 3 months.

[@maddynutt]

@@JoeS97756 I’m taking that for 3 months :) great to hear you recovered fully both times! I’ve heard recurrence is pretty high

[@JoeS97756]

@@maddynutt I just checked Strava to see how long I was off the bike and first ride was about 10 days after diagnosis. Before that I just did walks. But I'm a recreational rider, not a racer.

[@maddynutt]

@@JoeS97756 I’ve had nearly 20 fully off so might start spinning again but waiting for advice :)

[@trevs9015]

For some chill time try some jigsaw puzzles. Some challenging 1000piece ones can really absorb some time & little mental stimulation. Ones like Van Goph 'Starry Night' thats quite a tricky one. Take it easy and get well so can do the things you love to do. 👍

[@FrankLee-m7y]

I’m convalescing after a total hip replacements I’m an avid gravel biker and I’ve been painting and making do it yourself birkinbags with household items I wish you well. ❤️

[@maddynutt]

@@FrankLee-m7y thank you!! Hope you recover well and are back on your gravel bike asap

[@FrankLee-m7y]

@@maddynutt ❤️

[@glassacre]

So sorry this happened to you. Hopefully you heal up quick! Are you able to go walking at all (even just casually)? When my dog passed a few years ago, I found that the only thing I was interested in doing to help deal with the grief was walking - it was really therapeutic to me. As far as hobbies go - I have found in the past that painting is extremely engrossing too. It can help take your mind off things (plus bonus, you can further explore your creativity!)

[@maddynutt]

@@glassacre slow walking is ok! As long as I keep the HR down. So I’m doing a bit of that :) and painting is a good shout. I bought a sketch pad but I’m too scared of adding colour 🤣

[@malcontent_1]

Content -- I'd say yay to: cooking, especially Japanese & Mexican; improving your knife skills; art(?); maybe traveling to visit your sponsors; and of course Bailey.

[@maddynutt]

@@malcontent_1 great suggestions :)

[@pdj49]

Hi Maddy, greetings from Colorado! I've been an avid bike rider/racer for decades and several years ago I began to have exertional chest aching and pain while riding. The harder I pedaled, the more it would hurt. My doctor was convinced that the pain was cardiac related and he ordered every test under the sun. All of the tests came back normal. Long story short, I ended up convincing my doctor to order an upper G.I. scope and found out that I had damage to my esophagus from acid reflux. I went on medication for my reflux and started eating more bland foods and within a few weeks, the pain completely went away while riding. I'm not second guessing your doctor, just passing along my experience. Heal up soon and keep the rubber side down!

[@maddynutt]

@@pdj49 that’s super interesting! I’m pretty certain this is cardiac, but good to be aware of potential other causes!

[@baham83]

Hey, i rarely comment on youtube but thought i'd share my experience as i had a pericardial effusion late last year. As everyone has mentioned, just rest and you'll be ok. As for the coffee withdrawal, what worked for me was to have a slice of lemon, with squeezed raw ginger and a table spoon of apple cider vinegar as a tea first thing and then have 1 coffee like 1 - 2 hrs later. you could also have the tea in the afternoon as well. The headaches will eventually stop.

[@maddynutt]

@@baham83 that’s a good shout! I tried lemon and ginger tea yesterday but I’m honestly so tired from the lack of caffeine. Been giving myself one coffee each morning but maybe I should wait until later in the morning

[@live-to-ride]

Do some Yin Yoga classes. Deep, slow, meditative, zero muscle engagement passive stretches (up to 10 mins) with very deep slow breathing. It will keep your lungs active without stressing them through intense exercise, and the stretches will be so beneficial to your training when you return. It will also teach you to become more aware of your body and keep your mind healthy through the patience of long held stretches.

[@joannehoyles2191]

Get well soon Maddy x

[@stevecresswell8389]

Iceland still might be good for your mental health. Hope you recover soon and back racing . Love the videos and updates

[@maddynutt]

@@stevecresswell8389 having just got out of a hot spring I have to agree

[@auntierona.5236]

Look up these riders and try to connect the dots: - Ella Harris - Heiko Sepp - Niek Kimman - Peter Sagan - Anna Shackley - Mark Groeneveld - Niklas Eg - Nathan van Hooijdonk - Jarno Mobach - Sep VanMarcke - Jan Polanc - Heinrich Haussler - Rab Wardell - Sonny Colbrelli

[@RhysCycle]

@@auntierona.5236 Add Sarah Gigante into the mix too

[@dereknolantan]

What do they have in common 🤔

[@twowheel_love]

Get well soon Maggy!

[@jamble7k]

the magic potions pushed by the establishment 3 years ago perhaps 😊

[@I3ene1]

You can see your time off as training for your joints and ligaments. Speedy recovery!

[@maddynutt]

@@I3ene1 very smart!!

[@mistersmith158]

Oh Maddy I am still so gutted for you mate. I hope you get well soon and this is all sorted medically quickly. This will all work out, so don't let that negative mind chatter bring you down. Listen to your doctors, look for the positive, and I am sure this will all pass on the short end of things. Lots of love from one of your utter nutters

[@maddynutt]

@@mistersmith158 thanks so much 💙

[@tonyc4881]

That's bad luck Maddy you have been going so well, but you will eventually recover. Ella Harris from Lifeplus Wahoo is going through a similar situation. She has been out of action since February and has done a good KZbin about it. Its Myocarditis in her case I think.

[@maddynutt]

@@tonyc4881 pretty similar but hers is more severe. Unfortunate we both got hit by covid after effects 😭

[@OXI28101941]

Sad to hear this. On the bright side, enjoy the break and devote some time to photography while in Iceland to chill out.

[@maddynutt]

@@OXI28101941 thank you! ☺️

[@zbeekerm]

Hang in there. Dig the cooking content. First found your channel from the rice cake video. Also, legos are fun.

[@jasonabbbott40]

The joys of life and health, I sure you will back on the bike soon only 1 coffee 😿I have to have 3 a day to keep me going 😊😊

[@maddynutt]

The headaches are still happening ahsh

[@josecaballero3833]

Mas Courtney por favor! Que te sientas mejor Maddy!!

[@maddynutt]

@@josecaballero3833 gracias !! 🤞🏼

[@reecedawson6113]

When i broke my hip 2 years ago it was a long and cold December/January but i must say lego, cooking and photography got me through. Good luck with the healing process

[@maddynutt]

Thanks so much! Cooking is a definite for me but I might delve into Lego and photography…

[@BetweenBounty]

May I ask how you broke hip?

[@reecedawson6113]

@@BetweenBounty it was very interesting, I was round the block from home when I took a tight corner slowly and my back wheel slipped out on some black ice. All my weight landed on one spot on my hip

[@BetweenBounty]

@@reecedawson6113 oh my! I bike too and gravel scares me but I'm a slow poke lol. I don't bike when it's very cold out either yikes. Sorry that happened! . Do you bike again?

[@reecedawson6113]

@@BetweenBounty oh yeah I'm find and faster than ever, I've had many crashes over the years but that was the worse. I wouldn't recommend riding outside in the cold and icy

[@blindraven182]

I wish you a quick recovery. Most importantly, take care of yourself. For content I would say obviously an Iceland blog would be neat, but the priority would be enjoying yourself. Small travel blogs, I’m sure you can show us some cool things in England. Some cooking recipes and segment and food advice for training. I would like to see how you plan to do your training after taking a long break to regain strength and endurance. I know many of us amateur do face injury and it hard to know what to do once were back on the bike. So learning how you plan to tackle it would be great. A training advice video would be great either way. Or you can just give your swanny the camera for the day and see what eldritch horror is created from that ;).

[@maddynutt]

@@blindraven182 this is some great advice. I’m definitely going to at least write some recovery blogs. Likely recovery vlogs too! Swanny will try and take the limelight Im sure 🤣

[@katesmiles4208]

Enforced chilling just doesn't quite seem to give the same feeling of wicked indulgence that a sneaky one does... I'm sure you will do your best though 😁. Heal well ❤

[@maddynutt]

@@katesmiles4208 ahahah so well put

[@gustavourbina2485]

Cuídate mucho ❤

[@2UpDuc]

Hope all is well and your heart heals. Cooking videos for new content. As an American we like spice and variety. I have been to England and know that most Brit’s are now experiencing more spices and would be curious how you make food.

[@maddynutt]

@@2UpDuc British food is very lacking but we cook good international food !

[@joecalarco2227]

Bummer! It happens and you will get better and come back stronger! Be patient

[@maddynutt]

@@joecalarco2227 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

[@joshebrown2575]

Get well soon!

[@HydeMyJekyll]

Yooooo what a bummer! I’m visiting your area from the US in about a week, sucks you can’t ride for now or else I’d suggest we go get a few KOM/QOM. Would you be down for a tasty meal out instead? I travel by taste, lol so I’ll be eating everything I can find.

[@loganbusch8140]

Best of luck with the recovery process! Side question, when riding, do you use a quick release GoPro mount or just bolt on? I am working on getting my own setup going to start making some videos, and was curious about what you used.

[@maddynutt]

@@loganbusch8140 I used the k-edge wahoo mount !

[@loganbusch8140]

@@maddynutt thank you!

[@jrosesftv]

Sorry to hear this. About 25 years ago, I had a flu like virus that we competitive cyclists tend to pick up from training extra hard (former pro here) that I ignored and it turned into myocarditis, followed later by two surgeries. My cardio says he is seeing a lot more cyclists in recent years with heart issues. Take up photography with your phone. Get better, listen to your cardio.

[@maddynutt]

@@jrosesftv oh gosh 2 surgeries is very scary! It seems to be very common post covid. I’m definitely going to have a shot at making some better content with my phone :)

[@jrosesftv]

@@maddynutt This was before covid when I used to ride about 40k km’s per year. It just felt like the flu after several weeks of riding and racing hard. Be careful

[@MrPellegrini]

Get well soon!!! :) 💐

[@beckywareing3956]

Sorry to hear this, you'll be climbing those walls soon, nothing worse like you say not being able to ride your bike when its such a big part of your life, gentle strolls and sight seeing, do enjoy your cooking vids too.

[@maddynutt]

@@beckywareing3956 thank you! Endeavouring gentle strolls here in Iceland

[@saskhiker3935]

Hope you heal. I was a college athlete who was running 12 miles a day and I got mono. Cause I was in such good shape I continued training My coach made me keep running. My immune system never recovered and I developed a chronic fatigue syndrome and I had to give up the sport. Rest longer than you think you need. You will bounce back stronger if you are recovered. Use this time to do something good. Helping others. Maybe coaching cycling or volunteering in a care home. Helping others with get your mind off yourself.

[@maddynutt]

@@saskhiker3935 oh gosh that’s so sad! I’m sorry that you never recovered properly. That’s super good advice

[@saskhiker3935]

@maddynutt not gonna lie, it really sucked. Had a bike accident April 30th broke my collarbone. Not riding my bike was the worst. I live in a very remote part of Canada and I don't see many people and my bike was my best friend. Not being able to explore and ride everyday was tough, but everyday I got a bit better and now I am back on the bike. I APPRECIATE it so much. My biking keeps me sane.

[@framedman]

Mate, sad to hear about this. I've never been a pro cyclist, but I got hit by a car at speed on my bike, leg smashed to bits and had a head injury as well. Leg was in a frame while it was being rebuilt for 18 months. Went from cycling every day to nothing. I think when I got told I should really be dead, things are put into perspective a bit more. I took the time to get grounded and come back to myself and realise there a more important things in life. Obviously this is your life and career but like as the likes of Nathan van Hooydonck learnt, being alive and having the loving support of friends and family is enough to get through almost anything in life. Hopefully it won't be long for you and you'll be back to yourself and maybe you can use this for inspiration to find that top spot on the podium soon. Keep being you, you got this.

[@maddynutt]

@@framedman gosh 18 months is a very very long time! Thanks so much for encouraging words

[@stevenspevere2217]

Get Well Maddy!

[@fluffyheed9166]

I had atrial fibrillation due to exercising straight after recovering from Covid in 2020. I was cardioverted successfully and expected to have to rest for a few months. It took me a lot longer than I expected to feel well enough to cycle as exercise triggered ectopic beats. Please don't rush back, I know the urge is strong - and I just cycle for leisure and fitness and commuting. Give it at least 6 months, your body needs to recover properly. You will get there eventually. I finally feel like I am back to where I was with cycling. Don't gamble with your health.

[@jonathanellis1842]

I am a front line health care worker, I had covid in March 2020 (it tried to kill Me!), went from a 100km week leisure cyclist in my late 40, to being unable to walk up a flight of stairs in a week! When I did get the bike out I also had all the above problems, ectopic heart beats, tachycardia, unable to regulate my heart rate, it would just run away to dangerous levels, I had to stop and rest up for months then restart going slow doing laps close to house (so I could get safe easily) and only in zone 2 very careful not to push it. It took a year before I could even start training. Now four years later can I see my Strava times returning to pre covid times. It has been a horrible journey

[@fluffyheed9166]

​@@jonathanellis1842 thanks for sharing. I didn't ride my bike at all for 9 months but I was able to do long walks which kept me sane. When I started riding my bike to work again I stayed in zone 2 for a couple of months, had some ectopics initially but they eased off and I began to push harder. The extra effort caused me to have bigeminy, almost constant ectopics and I went back into hospital again. That didn't last long but it was a warning to go slower. I was in my mid 40s.

[@jonathanellis1842]

@@fluffyheed9166 I hope you are on the right path to recovery? I use and have used cycling to keep me sane as the job has it moments and being able to push the bike out the front door and cycle along and to My favourite places has been part of my coping strategies for a long time. Covid was the the worst of the worst, I was so ill and it could have taken My life, all that trauma both physically and mentally on top of with not being able to wash it away by going for a ride and no knowledge by Me or any professionals that the damage was not permanent was so horrible, but 4 years later yes I will never forget, it part of Me now, I have got better and are able to go forward, yes I feel blessed that I have been one of the lucky ones who’s health has returned to normal in time.

[@fluffyheed9166]

​@@jonathanellis1842 I am taking on hills at max effort now, long may it last🙏 I wish you all the very best with your health and I will be crossing my fingers for a full recovery for Maddy witbout any setbacks.

[@adrianhill2909]

Re your coffee addiction, I too had that addiction, still do but due to age/bladder issue 😩I’ve had to drink more decaf now. Get my fix from the first two drinks after I awaken then it’s decaf after that . I’m a lavazza fan and to be fair the taste is the same. Try it 😁

[@maddynutt]

@@adrianhill2909 I need the caffeine buzz 😅

[@PeterNash-xr3ib]

I got into puzzles when recovering from serious injury, still went a bit mad, but did enjoy doing them, kept brain occupied.

[@maddynutt]

@@PeterNash-xr3ib good shout! I definitely need something for the brain. Have brought some books with me away

[@alanbenham4139]

Sending you big hugs

[@harryvanrijn6366]

I was diagnosed with a blocked coronary artery two years ago at age 63. Bad taste in my mouth, no energy and out of breath. Scans followed and 3 weeks later I underwent a dotter procedure. I was back to normal fitness quickly. Be patient which is hard for you. Take care 😗

[@davidryan4454]

Jab clot ?

[@harryvanrijn6366]

​@@davidryan4454It took me a while to understand this comment from a vaccine denier. This does not warrant an answer.

[@mikeeasey6815]

Maddy, please do the resting up bit, as shit as it seems you can't race, the time will fly by, and you will be back stonger. Dont panic!!. ps, yes fresh coffee keeps my headaches away for sure. ps, ref content: I learn a lot from watching you guys ie The Traka, so "how to" vids i really good. Stay calm, keep cooking and keep positive ❤😊

[@maddynutt]

@@mikeeasey6815 can definitely do some how to vids! And I’ll try and be patient ☺️🤞🏼

[@CreativeFishDesignsCharlotte]

Get well soon

[@TheBikeChallenge]

Quick steps to chill for 4 weeks Maddy: Take a plane to the cheapest summer destination that has a decent health system (Girona? Canaries) Stay there for 4 weeks with Swanny Chill pool side or explore by car or motorbike if you can drive it Need longer? Stay until funds are there 🎉 Maybe come back or do a check there

[@maddynutt]

@@TheBikeChallenge if I had the funds this sounds luscious ahah