My mate delivered me a turbo trainer (he tests for cycling mags) as cycling in this weather is not much fun. How’s everyone else’s training going?
Are they ok to use or not the same as road riding?
Not exactly the same unless you spend £1k+ - but pretty good for getting your legs in shape.
Thanks, I think walking 10+ miles daily is doing that. I need to get back on the bike after Christmas then.
I'm certainly not the expert, but believe your legs need to learn cycling, walking is great for building up strength and vascular stamina but the leg muscles need to learn.
My mate delivered me a turbo trainer (he tests for cycling mags) as cycling in this weather is not much fun. How’s everyone else’s training going?
Are they ok to use or not the same as road riding?
Not exactly the same unless you spend £1k+ - but pretty good for getting your legs in shape.
Thanks, I think walking 10+ miles daily is doing that. I need to get back on the bike after Christmas then.
I'm certainly not the expert, but believe your legs need to learn cycling, walking is great for building up strength and vascular stamina but the leg muscles need to learn.
I know you are right, but I need to be walking 15/20 miles daily as I was ten weeks ago to get to the level I was before. At that level I was cycling 30 miles twice a week within 3 weeks of getting on a bike.
Back on the bike yesterday a little 3.5 miles on the mtb, struth how heavy are they in comparison to a road bike? Went out today and did 8.5 miles, so will start steadily increasing the mileage. I get nicely warmed up first with 5/10 walking the dogs so I'm hopeful I can get near the 50/60/70 mile before June.
I had a PSA test a few weeks ago that unfortunately showed an elevated level (6.1) of Prostate Specific Antigens in my blood.
Rather than having to undergo a biopsy I was lucky enough to have a (non invasive) MRI scan. I was even luckier that this revealed no cancer, but a benign enlarged prostate. The PSA count can rise if there is cancer present, but also rises with an non malignant enlarged prostate.
I'm still being monitored, but after a period of worry and sleepless nights I'm relieved to put this behind me, at least for now. It certainly put worries about the takeover into perspective!
But what I really wanted to share with you is the fact that you now have a right to have an MRI scan if you have a high PSA reading, BEFORE any biopsy that might be required.
Amazingly, I read about this in The Times (front page) on the day I went to see the doctor.
Hope you're all well. I came back to CL to find some nice messages in my Inbox. Thanks for those!
I had a PSA test a few weeks ago that unfortunately showed an elevated level (6.1) of Prostate Specific Antigens in my blood.
Rather than having to undergo a biopsy I was lucky enough to have a (non invasive) MRI scan. I was even luckier that this revealed no cancer, but a benign enlarged prostate. The PSA count can rise if there is cancer present, but also rises with an non malignant enlarged prostate.
I'm still being monitored, but after a period of worry and sleepless nights I'm relieved to put this behind me, at least for now. It certainly put worries about the takeover into perspective!
But what I really wanted to share with you is the fact that you now have a right to have an MRI scan if you have a high PSA reading, BEFORE any biopsy that might be required.
Amazingly, I read about this in The Times (front page) on the day I went to see the doctor.
Hope you're all well. I came back to CL to find some nice messages in my Inbox. Thanks for those!
I had a PSA test a few weeks ago that unfortunately showed an elevated level (6.1) of Prostate Specific Antigens in my blood.
Rather than having to undergo a biopsy I was lucky enough to have a (non invasive) MRI scan. I was even luckier that this revealed no cancer, but a benign enlarged prostate. The PSA count can rise if there is cancer present, but also rises with an non malignant enlarged prostate.
I'm still being monitored, but after a period of worry and sleepless nights I'm relieved to put this behind me, at least for now. It certainly put worries about the takeover into perspective!
But what I really wanted to share with you is the fact that you now have a right to have an MRI scan if you have a high PSA reading, BEFORE any biopsy that might be required.
Amazingly, I read about this in The Times (front page) on the day I went to see the doctor.
Hope you're all well. I came back to CL to find some nice messages in my Inbox. Thanks for those!
This is exactly the same as me. Had an MRI scan on my 59th Birthday and the results showed a prostate five times the size of what it should be but no cancer despite a raised PSA.
I had a PSA test a few weeks ago that unfortunately showed an elevated level (6.1) of Prostate Specific Antigens in my blood.
Rather than having to undergo a biopsy I was lucky enough to have a (non invasive) MRI scan. I was even luckier that this revealed no cancer, but a benign enlarged prostate. The PSA count can rise if there is cancer present, but also rises with an non malignant enlarged prostate.
I'm still being monitored, but after a period of worry and sleepless nights I'm relieved to put this behind me, at least for now. It certainly put worries about the takeover into perspective!
But what I really wanted to share with you is the fact that you now have a right to have an MRI scan if you have a high PSA reading, BEFORE any biopsy that might be required.
Amazingly, I read about this in The Times (front page) on the day I went to see the doctor.
Hope you're all well. I came back to CL to find some nice messages in my Inbox. Thanks for those!
This is exactly the same as me. Had an MRI scan on my 59th Birthday and the results showed a prostate five times the size of what it should be but no cancer despite a raised PSA.
Good to hear! The question is what to do next if symptoms get worse. I know you can have a bit shaved off the prostate, but I’m hoping for a less invasive treatment if the need arises to reduce its size. I’ve hear pomegranate extract (or juice) is meant to be good, and although I’m skeptical I’m giving it a go.
I had a PSA test a few weeks ago that unfortunately showed an elevated level (6.1) of Prostate Specific Antigens in my blood.
Rather than having to undergo a biopsy I was lucky enough to have a (non invasive) MRI scan. I was even luckier that this revealed no cancer, but a benign enlarged prostate. The PSA count can rise if there is cancer present, but also rises with an non malignant enlarged prostate.
I'm still being monitored, but after a period of worry and sleepless nights I'm relieved to put this behind me, at least for now. It certainly put worries about the takeover into perspective!
But what I really wanted to share with you is the fact that you now have a right to have an MRI scan if you have a high PSA reading, BEFORE any biopsy that might be required.
Amazingly, I read about this in The Times (front page) on the day I went to see the doctor.
Hope you're all well. I came back to CL to find some nice messages in my Inbox. Thanks for those!
This is exactly the same as me. Had an MRI scan on my 59th Birthday and the results showed a prostate five times the size of what it should be but no cancer despite a raised PSA.
Good to hear! The question is what to do next if symptoms get worse. I know you can have a bit shaved off the prostate, but I’m hoping for a less invasive treatment if the need arises to reduce its size. I’ve hear pomegranate extract (or juice) is meant to be good, and although I’m skeptical I’m giving it a go.
Don't be afraid of having the operation TURPS, I had it and have never had any problems, although, if you want any more children, there could be a problem. Welcome back, by the way
I had a PSA test a few weeks ago that unfortunately showed an elevated level (6.1) of Prostate Specific Antigens in my blood.
Rather than having to undergo a biopsy I was lucky enough to have a (non invasive) MRI scan. I was even luckier that this revealed no cancer, but a benign enlarged prostate. The PSA count can rise if there is cancer present, but also rises with an non malignant enlarged prostate.
I'm still being monitored, but after a period of worry and sleepless nights I'm relieved to put this behind me, at least for now. It certainly put worries about the takeover into perspective!
But what I really wanted to share with you is the fact that you now have a right to have an MRI scan if you have a high PSA reading, BEFORE any biopsy that might be required.
Amazingly, I read about this in The Times (front page) on the day I went to see the doctor.
Hope you're all well. I came back to CL to find some nice messages in my Inbox. Thanks for those!
This is exactly the same as me. Had an MRI scan on my 59th Birthday and the results showed a prostate five times the size of what it should be but no cancer despite a raised PSA.
Good to hear! The question is what to do next if symptoms get worse. I know you can have a bit shaved off the prostate, but I’m hoping for a less invasive treatment if the need arises to reduce its size. I’ve hear pomegranate extract (or juice) is meant to be good, and although I’m skeptical I’m giving it a go.
I’m going back to see the quack at the end of March to discuss options. I’m a three times a night man these days and I’m not talking about making love to a beautiful woman. If it means I don’t have to keep getting up, then they can whip it out as far as I’m concerned
I had a PSA test a few weeks ago that unfortunately showed an elevated level (6.1) of Prostate Specific Antigens in my blood.
Rather than having to undergo a biopsy I was lucky enough to have a (non invasive) MRI scan. I was even luckier that this revealed no cancer, but a benign enlarged prostate. The PSA count can rise if there is cancer present, but also rises with an non malignant enlarged prostate.
I'm still being monitored, but after a period of worry and sleepless nights I'm relieved to put this behind me, at least for now. It certainly put worries about the takeover into perspective!
But what I really wanted to share with you is the fact that you now have a right to have an MRI scan if you have a high PSA reading, BEFORE any biopsy that might be required.
Amazingly, I read about this in The Times (front page) on the day I went to see the doctor.
Hope you're all well. I came back to CL to find some nice messages in my Inbox. Thanks for those!
This is exactly the same as me. Had an MRI scan on my 59th Birthday and the results showed a prostate five times the size of what it should be but no cancer despite a raised PSA.
Good to hear! The question is what to do next if symptoms get worse. I know you can have a bit shaved off the prostate, but I’m hoping for a less invasive treatment if the need arises to reduce its size. I’ve hear pomegranate extract (or juice) is meant to be good, and although I’m skeptical I’m giving it a go.
I’m going back to see the quack at the end of March to discuss options. I’m a three times a night man these days and I’m not talking about making love to a beautiful woman. If it means I don’t have to keep getting up, then they can whip it out as far as I’m concerned
I had a PSA test a few weeks ago that unfortunately showed an elevated level (6.1) of Prostate Specific Antigens in my blood.
Rather than having to undergo a biopsy I was lucky enough to have a (non invasive) MRI scan. I was even luckier that this revealed no cancer, but a benign enlarged prostate. The PSA count can rise if there is cancer present, but also rises with an non malignant enlarged prostate.
I'm still being monitored, but after a period of worry and sleepless nights I'm relieved to put this behind me, at least for now. It certainly put worries about the takeover into perspective!
But what I really wanted to share with you is the fact that you now have a right to have an MRI scan if you have a high PSA reading, BEFORE any biopsy that might be required.
Amazingly, I read about this in The Times (front page) on the day I went to see the doctor.
Hope you're all well. I came back to CL to find some nice messages in my Inbox. Thanks for those!
Welcome back Jimmy and thanks for the PSA advice. I had the phone call to see my Doctor this Friday concerning abnormal PSA level. Hopefully it's not any higher than 6. Good to hear that an MRI scan is an option because being told to bend over while someone puts gloves on is not my idea of fun or a camera up the back passage with a long lens ! My Dad has Prostate cancer but is old and has injections every 3 months which has reduced the problem. Both my brothers had low PSA results.
I had a PSA test a few weeks ago that unfortunately showed an elevated level (6.1) of Prostate Specific Antigens in my blood.
Rather than having to undergo a biopsy I was lucky enough to have a (non invasive) MRI scan. I was even luckier that this revealed no cancer, but a benign enlarged prostate. The PSA count can rise if there is cancer present, but also rises with an non malignant enlarged prostate.
I'm still being monitored, but after a period of worry and sleepless nights I'm relieved to put this behind me, at least for now. It certainly put worries about the takeover into perspective!
But what I really wanted to share with you is the fact that you now have a right to have an MRI scan if you have a high PSA reading, BEFORE any biopsy that might be required.
Amazingly, I read about this in The Times (front page) on the day I went to see the doctor.
Hope you're all well. I came back to CL to find some nice messages in my Inbox. Thanks for those!
Welcome back Jimmy and thanks for the PSA advice. I had the phone call to see my Doctor this Friday concerning abnormal PSA level. Hopefully it's not any higher than 6. Good to hear that an MRI scan is an option because being told to bend over while someone puts gloves on is not my idea of fun or a camera up the back passage with a long lens ! My Dad has Prostate cancer but is old and has injections every 3 months which has reduced the problem. Both my brothers had low PSA results.
Have had the ‘digital rectal examination’ four times now and it’s never bothered me. If you have a high reading it has to be done I’m afraid. They do it to see if it’s enlarged, and to see if it’s smooth. Roughness indicates possible cancer. In my experience GPs aren’t that good with the size aspect. One, about eight years ago, said it was the size of a grapefruit. God knows what he was feeling, but it certainly wasn’t my prostate! The second, more recently, said it was normal, whereas it’s actually enlarged. Both times I was referred to a urologist, and both times they got it spot on.
Good luck with the GP. Your high reading probably just means it’s enlarged mate.
I had a PSA test a few weeks ago that unfortunately showed an elevated level (6.1) of Prostate Specific Antigens in my blood.
Rather than having to undergo a biopsy I was lucky enough to have a (non invasive) MRI scan. I was even luckier that this revealed no cancer, but a benign enlarged prostate. The PSA count can rise if there is cancer present, but also rises with an non malignant enlarged prostate.
I'm still being monitored, but after a period of worry and sleepless nights I'm relieved to put this behind me, at least for now. It certainly put worries about the takeover into perspective!
But what I really wanted to share with you is the fact that you now have a right to have an MRI scan if you have a high PSA reading, BEFORE any biopsy that might be required.
Amazingly, I read about this in The Times (front page) on the day I went to see the doctor.
Hope you're all well. I came back to CL to find some nice messages in my Inbox. Thanks for those!
This is exactly the same as me. Had an MRI scan on my 59th Birthday and the results showed a prostate five times the size of what it should be but no cancer despite a raised PSA.
Good to hear! The question is what to do next if symptoms get worse. I know you can have a bit shaved off the prostate, but I’m hoping for a less invasive treatment if the need arises to reduce its size. I’ve hear pomegranate extract (or juice) is meant to be good, and although I’m skeptical I’m giving it a go.
I’m going back to see the quack at the end of March to discuss options. I’m a three times a night man these days and I’m not talking about making love to a beautiful woman. If it means I don’t have to keep getting up, then they can whip it out as far as I’m concerned
It’s not a simple op, and there can be side effects which can make making love to a beautiful woman more tricky. Other options can be available, in which case they might be worth considering. My friend with similar symptoms was placed on a drug which they don’t like prescribing because it’s expensive, but which relieves the symptoms while having viagra like side effects. Result!
Hoping all goes well with you @JamesSeed ans welcome back to the forum.
I have a different question. I have a place but don’t seem to be a part of the Charlton group. How do I link in other than through my friends that are going?
Hoping all goes well with you @JamesSeed ans welcome back to the forum.
I have a different question. I have a place but don’t seem to be a part of the Charlton group. How do I link in other than through my friends that are going?
The same thing happened to me last year. I think you need to message Tracey.
Is there a link thing for Team Addicks on strava? I need to see how far off target I am.
Do it by time. If you're comfortable to ride 5 hours in a day you'll be fine. Don't compare yourself to others or you will not enjoy the ride. Go at your own pace or there's a real danger, if you go too fast, of having a really awful experience. Or even not finishing.
You can take a lot longer than five hours if you like. Keep eating and you’ll be fine.
Are snacks/energy bar type things available on the day or is it something I should bring myself? I have no idea what to eat and I'm guessing a Cadbury selection box left over from Christmas is not suitable.
You can take a lot longer than five hours if you like. Keep eating and you’ll be fine.
Are snacks/energy bar type things available on the day or is it something I should bring myself? I have no idea what to eat and I'm guessing a Cadbury selection box left over from Christmas is not suitable.
They had snacks and fruit etc at each pit stop last year
You can take a lot longer than five hours if you like. Keep eating and you’ll be fine.
Are snacks/energy bar type things available on the day or is it something I should bring myself? I have no idea what to eat and I'm guessing a Cadbury selection box left over from Christmas is not suitable.
Take your own energy bars. I use Clif, and eat about one an hour on a long ride. Feed stops are good but there can be hours between them.
Bob Bolder and Team Addicks will be fundraising for Prostate Cancer UK at The Glades shopping centre in Bromley on Saturday, February 2nd.
The team are set to cycle 145 miles in June – from London to Amsterdam – and all money raised at the weekend will go towards their fundraising target for Prostate Cancer UK.
Team Addicks is made up of 42 members of staff from Charlton Athletic Football Club and Charlton Athletic Community Trust as well as a number of ex-players and fans.
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Well he said that to me but his equinox comment above sounds like he may be deferring
I had a PSA test a few weeks ago that unfortunately showed an elevated level (6.1) of Prostate Specific Antigens in my blood.
Rather than having to undergo a biopsy I was lucky enough to have a (non invasive) MRI scan. I was even luckier that this revealed no cancer, but a benign enlarged prostate. The PSA count can rise if there is cancer present, but also rises with an non malignant enlarged prostate.
I'm still being monitored, but after a period of worry and sleepless nights I'm relieved to put this behind me, at least for now. It certainly put worries about the takeover into perspective!
But what I really wanted to share with you is the fact that you now have a right to have an MRI scan if you have a high PSA reading, BEFORE any biopsy that might be required.
Amazingly, I read about this in The Times (front page) on the day I went to see the doctor.
Hope you're all well. I came back to CL to find some nice messages in my Inbox. Thanks for those!
The question is what to do next if symptoms get worse. I know you can have a bit shaved off the prostate, but I’m hoping for a less invasive treatment if the need arises to reduce its size. I’ve hear pomegranate extract (or juice) is meant to be good, and although I’m skeptical I’m giving it a go.
I had the phone call to see my Doctor this Friday concerning abnormal PSA level.
Hopefully it's not any higher than 6.
Good to hear that an MRI scan is an option because being told to bend over while someone puts gloves on is not my idea of fun or a camera up the back passage with a long lens !
My Dad has Prostate cancer but is old and has injections every 3 months which has reduced the problem. Both my brothers had low PSA results.
In my experience GPs aren’t that good with the size aspect. One, about eight years ago, said it was the size of a grapefruit. God knows what he was feeling, but it certainly wasn’t my prostate!
The second, more recently, said it was normal, whereas it’s actually enlarged. Both times I was referred to a urologist, and both times they got it spot on.
Good luck with the GP. Your high reading probably just means it’s enlarged mate.
It’s not a simple op, and there can be side effects which can make making love to a beautiful woman more tricky. Other options can be available, in which case they might be worth considering.
My friend with similar symptoms was placed on a drug which they don’t like prescribing because it’s expensive, but which relieves the symptoms while having viagra like side effects. Result!
I have a different question. I have a place but don’t seem to be a part of the Charlton group. How do I link in other than through my friends that are going?
Some of us will be at the glades collecting money this Saturday, so if your there pop by and say Hi. Inside by M&S.
Don't compare yourself to others or you will not enjoy the ride. Go at your own pace or there's a real danger, if you go too fast, of having a really awful experience. Or even not finishing.
Feed stops are good but there can be hours between them.
The team are set to cycle 145 miles in June – from London to Amsterdam – and all money raised at the weekend will go towards their fundraising target for Prostate Cancer UK.
Team Addicks is made up of 42 members of staff from Charlton Athletic Football Club and Charlton Athletic Community Trust as well as a number of ex-players and fans.
The team are hoping to raise £50,000 come June time and, this year, former Addicks stars Bolder, Garry Nelson and John Robinson have already signed themselves up for the ride.
https://www.cafc.co.uk/news/view/5c51bf41eff73/bob-bolder-and-team-addicks-to-fundraise-at-the-glades-this-saturday