Long covid / CFS / chronic fatigue as a pro athlete
Hi, My name is Ben. I've always been very sporty and was a pro alpine skier for Germany.
About 11 months ago I got really sick and I never fully recovered.
I have been to dozends of doctors and physicians none of which helped me. I am on a strict program for pacing but whenever I do just a bit more than I crash. I’ve tried fasting but it hasn’t helped either.
I don't have a diagnosis for Long covid / chronic fatigue / CFS but doctors suspect it and my symptoms include:
- raised Resting HR after activity
- raised Body temperature after activity (mostly in the morning/evening)
- general sense of fatigue
- sore throat
Whenever I train a bit harder like an athlete needs to my body just cant handle it.
It's been extremely frustrating for me, my family, all my trainers and supporters and I really want to get back to doing what i love.
Skiing and Sports are my life so if anyone has any advice on what I can do I would highly appreciate it.