Mark uk's blog
Those life changing moments
I have always said that age is just a number but it’s the recovery that usually longer. Now in my 60’s I still hit the gym 4x week, do my 7500+ steps a day and 3 Bjj classes a week. Eat pretty well and indulge in a drink at the weekend. Fit and can handle most levels of intensity and love the challenge.
While training for the World BJJ Championships in Singapore last week I suffered a heart attack. Thinking it was just the worst case of heart burn and that I was to healthy, I just carried on through the whole class. Drove home and tried several gastric remedies.
Long story short and 3 stents inserted into my heart through I little whole in my wrist, I am fixed a feeling 100%.
The good news is it’s all been very successful and I can return to my passion by the new year. In the meantime, it’s a couple of weeks rest and return with some light matches.
Many I would hate and leaving the wrestling world would be the worst.
Stay say and I am already counting the days to my first comeback.
LanceFighter (76 )
11/12/2024 11:03 AMSpeedy and complete recovery, Mark! Looking forward to wrestle with the Beast next year! 💪💪💪
Celticmuscle (111)
11/12/2024 11:05 AMOMG! So glad you got quick, effective treatment and that you’re on the road to full recovery!
LuchadorChinito (99 )
11/12/2024 11:27 AMYou are always the beast!!! Hope to fight with you next year when I go back to China.
NYguy (16)
11/12/2024 12:53 PMHey, sorry to read this, but glad that you’ve had such positive treatment, and that you’re progressing so well in your recovery. Take care, and carry on improving. Your return to the mats will be cheered on by us all!
Sharpshooter119 (182 )
11/12/2024 2:02 PMSpeedy recovery bro. Proud of you.
Tanker (206)
11/12/2024 2:19 PMThat is scary!
Glad your ok.
Centaur (63)
11/12/2024 2:23 PMWishing you a speedy recovery sir!
TBLHockeyGeek (81 )
11/12/2024 3:08 PMOh shit Mark! So glad to hear you're doing okay!
Strongarmedhulk20 (17)
11/12/2024 3:40 PMReally chuffed you have had fast treatment and are on your recovery. Sending healing and strength buddy. 👍
wresnipgym (31)
11/12/2024 5:51 PMGlad you got treatment straight away and wishing you a speedy recovery. Take care
mattz4fun (642)
11/12/2024 6:25 PMIncredible story as well as a happy ending. A reminder that none of us Is as invincible as we might think. And for all the effort you put into training and fitness, it served you well to making a quicker recovery. You set a great example for the rest of us!. Keep doing what you love!
Merseywrestle (58 )
11/12/2024 9:11 PMGet well soon so you can get back to your passion,
herb (36)
11/12/2024 11:01 PMRecover soon and thanks for sharing your story. Wrestling is such a big part our lives for many reasons. Glad you are able to continue your passion
secondsout (73)
11/13/2024 3:52 AMWishing you a speedy recovery
Gregorio2 (10)
11/13/2024 6:27 AMAwesome that you're completely candid and can share your experience, perhaps leading by example.
Another man may seek treatment stat if he's read your "changing moments," and you might well be a life saver.
It's good to be reminded we are all mortals.
JM28601x2 (12)
11/13/2024 10:53 AMGreat attitude! Glad you’re doing better and soon to be back on the mats. Sending positive thoughts and energy your way. Thanks for sharing, at 63 I’ve been working on my health and fitness, it’s a process slowed by setbacks. Your story and successes give inspiration to keep hitting the mats.
Wrestlertoo (105)
11/13/2024 10:41 PMThanks for eriting Mark, you are an inspiration.
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Jon
PaulPro (3)
11/14/2024 8:04 AMGlad you sought treatment and didnt just shrug it off as persistant heartburn/indigestion or it could have ended up way worse!
Best wishes for full recovery 👍🏻
poseidon (5)
11/15/2024 1:58 PMHad a stent nearly 18 years ago I was fine be and short breathed then collapsed I got a stem and sll well I stepped up gym and found wrestling I do 8 to 10,000
Steps a day and like you 5 x a week lift .
Always check what’s on my plate but never to the point of stopping all I enjoy.
I have ne er drank only special occasions and Christmas.
Just really brings home that anyone’s health can turn .
poseidon (5)
11/15/2024 1:58 PMYour be fine I’m sure and thinking if you and praying for bedt recovery fella……
pugilpixels (1 )
11/17/2024 4:23 AMIt’s impressive how you handled such a serious situation with strength and optimism. I hope you continue to recover smoothly and safely 💪
NHB (50)
11/17/2024 2:38 PMI'm so sorry for the unexpected thing happened to you and I'm glad that you stay calm and positive during the recovery. Get well soon!
subtime123 (1)
11/17/2024 3:03 PMWow Mark, glad you got effective medical attention and good news you on your way to recovery.
SeattleFight (489)
11/17/2024 7:11 PMThanks goodness it was handled less invasively and effectively!!! Wishing you years more of fitness and fighting! Make sure I’m on your list for a rematch!!
CHSWrestler (11)
11/20/2024 7:50 PMSomething told me to log in and read blog entry’s today. Reading yours reminded me of my scenario a few years ago. Heart attack at the end of playing a rugby game. Glad to read you are on the mend. Stents are life savers and had to have two. Good luck and safe grappling to you.
Wayne (0 )
11/22/2024 8:23 AMGlad you're fixed up, take care and be safe. Wishing you the best from. South Africa.
shuaijiao (2)
11/23/2024 3:29 PMI wish you a speedy recovery and a return to wrestling.