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Thursday, February 03, 2011
Heart Rate and Post-Exertional Crashes in CFS
I want to explain what I've learned in the last couple of months about how monitoring heart rate can help someone with ME/CFS to avoid post-exertional crashes. At the end of last year, I posted a link to an excellent article called "Pacing by Numbers: Using Your Heart Rate to Stay Inside the Energy Envelope," which explains how monitoring your pulse rate can help you to stay within your limits and avoid the crashes we are all so familiar with. It's an excellent article - I highly recommend you read it - but I wanted to also tell you some of what I've learned from my own experiences recently.
I have no medical background (even though my family calls me Dr. Sue, Medicine Woman now!), so I will try to keep this simple, as I understand it, without too much medical jargon.
Why Do We Crash After Exertion?
We all know that one of the biggest and worst parts of ME/CFS is the exercise intolerance, also known as post-exertional malaise. When we do too much, we feel terrible the next day (and often the day after that, and so on). And "doing too much" for someone with CFS could mean taking a shower or fixing lunch or taking a 10-minute walk. If you want to know more about post-exertional malaise, I recommend Jennie Spotila's excellent series of articles on PEM.
The reason WHY we feel so bad after exertion is because our cells don't handle oxygen the way they're supposed to, a condition known as oxidative stress. When normal, healthy people exercise, their heart rates gradually increase (which is good for them!), in a process called aerobic exercise. During this process, the cells are using oxygen in the energy-creating metabolic process within the mitochondria. If a healthy person exercises for a very long time and/or at very high intensity, their cells switch to anaerobic metabolism.
People with ME/CFS have an extremely low anaerobic threshold because our cells don't handle oxygen appropriately, so that our bodies switch to anaerobic metabolism with very little exertion. So, the effect of a short walk in someone with CFS can be similar to the effects of a healthy person running a marathon.
According to the pacing article referenced above, you can calculate your anaerobic threshold using this formula:
(220 - your age) * 0.6 = anaerobic threshold (that is, 60% of your maximum heart rate)
I'm 45, so my anaerobic threshold is 105 beats per minute.
How Does OI Affect Post-Exertional Crashes?
Another significant factor in post-exertional crashes is Orthostatic Intolerance (OI), a condition that affects just about everyone with ME/CFS. (If you want to know more, check out this past post on OI).
OI causes our heart rate to increase and our blood pressure to decrease, often substantially, when we are upright, either sitting or standing. So, while a healthy 45-year old would probably not hit 105 beats per minute until she'd been exercising for a while, I can hit 105 just standing up. The result is that even minor exertion can put someone with ME/CFS over their anaerobic threshold.
Tracking Heart Rate
So, monitoring or keeping track of your heart rate can give you a solid, quantifiable way to know when you've passed your limits and are in danger of experiencing post-exertional malaise. You can check your pulse rate simply by touching your wrist or neck and counting the beats, but I highly recommend using a heart rate monitor.
I asked for and got a heart rate monitor for Christmas (thanks, honey!), and wearing it during my normal daily life has been enlightening. I planned to wear it when I took a walk or went shopping or something else exerting, so I could tell when I had done too much. On my first day, I decided to take a walk in our neighborhood, so I strapped it on, after calculating my anaerobic threshold (105). I was shocked to see that my heart rate just standing in the kitchen was already over 100! I bent down to tie my shoes, and my heart rate jumped up to 115!! And I hadn't even left the house yet.
I did take a 15-minute walk that day, as slowly and carefully as I could, but my average heart rate was 103 and the maximum (after I had my shoes on) was 110.
Over the course of the next week, I wore the heart rate monitor almost all the time during the day and watched it constantly (some might say obsessively). I found that it provided hard data to back up what I already knew about OI (I love data!).
Even lying down (what's known as resting heart rate), my heart rate rarely went below 90. Sitting on the couch with my feet up, it was often in the 90's or near 100. Standing up to make a cup of tea could drive it over 100. Taking a shower or putting in a load of laundry could spike it up to 130! One day in the library, I noticed it was close to 100 just walking around slowly, but when I crouched down to see something on a low shelf, it dropped to 75-80. I knew from Dr. Rowe's article on OI that crouching helped, but it was illuminating to see that for myself. I also noticed that it varied from day to day, depending on how I felt.
On a grocery shopping trip, I discovered - much to my surprise - that the part of shopping that drove my heart rate highest was carrying the groceries into the house. This was much more exerting to me than pushing the cart or walking around the store.
It was fascinating for me to see that my quietest day could easily put me over my anaerobic threshold fairly often. No wonder I rarely felt good - I was in a constant cycle of post-exertional crashes without even "doing" anything! I really had no idea that was happening.
Try it for yourself - monitor your heart rate for a few days. Find out where your own aerobic threshold is and how much exertion it takes to put you over it. Experiment! Try various normal daily activities and see which ones are within your limits and which push you beyond them. Figure out how some simple changes can keep you from going past your threshold - maybe dividing tasks up into parts or resting in the middle or delegating certain things. Once you've determined where your limits are, you can try to stay within them as much as possible. This should result in feeling better, and then you can try to very slowly and gradually do a bit more. Good luck! Let me know about your own experiences in monitoring heart rate.
(NOTE: You may recall that in early January I started taking beta-blockers to reduce my heart rate. It's been very, very successful for me. I will discuss that in another post because this one is already too long, but you can consider various treatments for OI, as detailed in Dr. Rowe's article (linked at the bottom of my OI post) that can help to reduce your heart rate, thereby giving you more leeway in staying below your anaerobic threshold).
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Thanks for the update on your progress Sue.ReplyDelete
I happen to stumble upon the article you mentioned and had it on my to do list.
I will read it this weekend and I think I'm going to try this as well. The fact that we would have a way to gage the boundaries is amazing.
Can you share a link on the machine your hubby got you?
Amazing! My heart rate is high most of the time. I find this interesting.ReplyDelete
Would it be ok for me to copy it and give it to my doc for his review? I wonder if this is why he thinks I may have a coagulation defect? It interferes with the oxygen distribution as the blood flow is impeded.
Hope you are feeling more rested.
Thanks so much.
I have been using a heart rate monitor for several months and it's been invaluable in understanding why I often feel the way I do. I have learnt how to avoid things that push me way beyond where I should be going.ReplyDelete
I do have one word of warning though. The realization that just standing up puts you over your threshold can inadvertently teach you to be a couch potato and end up making things much worse! The less you do the less you are able to do, so do monitor your heart rate but don't let it scare you into staing still all day!
Thanks for posting this Sue, I'm just sending off some emails to friends to see if anyone has a heart rate monitor that I can borrow and test out for myself.ReplyDelete
Dominique -ReplyDelete
My heart rate monitor is Polar brand, which is one of the largest brands. Ken got me a really nice one for I think about $60, but I believe you can get them for around $30 and probably much less used. Most consist of a band you wear around your chest with a watch-like monitor you wear on your wrist. Any sporting goods store (regular or online) will sell them, as well as big stores like Wal-Mart, Target, etc. I had one years ago that I used pre-CFS so I could make sure I was getting my heart rate HIGH enough, but I couldn't find the chest band for it. This new one is great!
Elaine -
Yes, absolutely share this with your doctor - I would recommend printing for him the Pacing article I linked to and - even more important - the article on OI by Dr. Rowe.
Some doctors do believe people with CFS have a coagulation problem, though it's not a theory that's been proven. The problems with use of oxygen in the cells relate back to the fact that our mitochondria don't work properly - that affects energy production in the cells. The mitochondrial dysfunction is caused in part by endocrine dysfunction, which in turn is caused by immune system dysfunction, which is at the heart of ME/CFS. It's a vicious cycle, domino-effect. Good luck!
I read this article too and was impressed by it and wanted to try it, however when I told my sister who studies "sport and exercise science", and my dad who is a keen athlete about the anaerobic threshold calculation they both said it was wrong (a "normal" person's AT is much higher). I tried to find out if it was adjusted for someone who has ME/CFS, and how this was done, but wasn't given a clear answer. Does anyone know whether this is the case and how it has bee adjusted etc? Would be very interested to hear!ReplyDelete
Nice to read about your progress, I need to find me a HR monitor!!!Replies
- Anonymous11:33 AM
Yes, the AT was adjusted for a person with ME/cfs. Normal AT is measured by 220 - (your age). For a person with ME/cfs it 220 - (your age) x by .6. When you take the 220 - (your age) and multiply it my .6 you are in effect getting a percentage that is 60% of your heart rate. That is what is recommended for ME/cfs patients to stay under.Delete
Kitty -ReplyDelete
yes, your Dad and your sister are exactly right, and that is part of the point here! Yes, our anaerobic threshold is much lower than a healthy person. For a healthy person, their anaerobic threshold is usually calculated at about 75-80% of their maximum heart rate. For people with CFS, it seems to be standard to consider the anaerobic threshold at about 60% of maximum, as the equation I posted shows. That is because our cells don't process oxygen properly, so we switch to anaerobic mode much more quickly than a healthy person. Sorry if I didn't make that clear in my post.
I don't know who came up with the 60% figure, but anyway, this calculation is just an estimation (and I should have said that). The Pacing article I linked to lists other ways to get a more accurate number, but I think for these purposes, an estimate works just fine.
Hope that helps to clarify a bit!
Judy -
You don't have to wear the heart monitor all the time. I've only been doing that as a starting point, to help figure out where my limits are and it's been very helpful. I find it especially helpful first thing in the morning, before my beta-blockers kick in, so that I know when it's ok to get up and be more active.
My initial thought was to just wear it during exercise or exertion (like grocery shopping or taking a walk or yoga), to avoid pushing myself too hard and crashing afterward...and I will probably switch to that sort of use when I feel I understand my normal daily limits better.
The results of wearing it so far are that I have not had a single bad crash from over-exertion in the past month! I have had some mild crashes due to stress (including today!), but the monitor is really helping me to avoid post-exertional crashes.
Hmmm... good food for thought!ReplyDelete
On another note, getting the heart rate up during cardio is soooo needed for a healthy heart---for normal people. Studies show it helps keep the arteries cleared from blockages that can lead to heart attacks (all that blood forcefully racing through the arteries!). Getting the heart rate high during exercise is good heart attack prevention.
On yet another note, where are the studies about the effects of weight training on CFIDS? I know for me it has increased my muscle strength to that of a normal person, and it is also improving my energy level.
Gives new meaning to "no pain no gain!"
Good point, Judy - I've always said that very brief, light weight-training is good for people with CFS. Weight training is generally anaerobic, as long as you don't do it long enough to raise your heart rate too much, and it is good for conditioning. You still have to be very careful not to cause a crash - for me, doing one exercise (less than 5 minutes) at a time, maybe 2 -3 times a day - only on my best days has worked in the past. Any more than that, and it causes a crash for me.ReplyDelete
Yes, it is just another example of how people with CFS are the exact opposite of normal people - high sodium and not raising heart rate too much is best for us, just the opposite of what is best for healthies!!
Just remember, healthy or sick, pain is NEVER good when associated with exercise - that's been well-proven by now.
Right, but I keep saying that the more I do, the more I CAN do. My heart rate stays down (I guess) longer now than when first starting weight training, cardio too. Gradually increase your workouts maybe?ReplyDelete
Didn't get any response to the part in the last post on my blog about being tortured by fatigue at night, yet not being able to go to sleep because of the timing.
I was hoping to hear from people who experience the same thing...
Yes, Maxine - no problem! Glad it's been helpful.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous12:10 PM
I am in bed with my computer and two heating pads on a Saturday morning. I just read your post about heart rates..as I began to read it, I was thinking "yes, but my heart rate is always over 100, so how does that work?" I read on and got some answers. Thank you for your blog. I need to know that somebody else out there can become exhausted merely taking a shower. -MaureenReplyDelete
- Anonymous2:52 PM
That is exciting, Sue! I'm debating whether to get a heart rate monitor or a blood pressure monitor. A lot of my exertional problems happen when sedentary and trying to mentally focus on work, like a slow suffocation effect... which I think may be associated with the types of blood pressure drops I get from standing and doing activity.ReplyDelete
Could have BP on one arm, HR on the other arm I guess, lol!
Take care,
Calculating anerobic threshold is a tad controversial even for a fit person. Yes, I was an exercise nerd before I got sick which is why I already own a heart rate monitor.ReplyDelete
There are many methods for figuring out heart rate ranges and basically they are all guesses since you can't really get your max heart rate without medical supervision.
The easiest version is the 220-age and then pick the target workout range which in our case is 60% (multiply by 0.6) and for a healthy person would be in the 70-80% range (multiply by 0.7 or 0.8)
Here is a site that calculates AT for you using a different method but is for a fit person: http://www.fitzones.com/members/Fitness/heartrate_zones.asp
and, in my opinion, the numbers come out too high for us CFRers.
Here is a link with various methods of calculation explained:
I also found the source for the 60% rule for CFSers: http://www.cfids.org/cfidslink/2010/100604.asp
which is a great article on CFS and exercise.
Very fascinating post, Sue - thanks as always for your insight! I've been asking for a heart rate monitor since I had the post exert study one on my at the University of the Pacific. They calculated my anaerobic threshold, which was quite high (dont remember exacdt number, but something above 150) in a regular state and very low (117) in a post-exert state. The recommendation was to keep my HR under 117 to prevent from going into a post exert state. Hard to do without a monitor... I may just buck up and buy one for myself, esp since it's been so useful for you!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous6:02 AM
I am a runner (don't have CFS) and wanted to point out a significant inaccuracy in your article. Anaerobic Threshold is absolutely NOT usually 60% of maximum heart rate. Typically it is in the range 85-90%.ReplyDelete
The formula for maximum heart rate (220 - age) may work well for some people, but maximum heart rate is highly individual.
Using the formula and 60% figure my anaerobic threshold would be 105 bpm (I am 45). I would not even be able to do a slow jog at that rate. My EASY runs - up to 10 miles - start at 135 and drift up to 150 or so.
Using my actual maximum heart rate (205 - I have gotten it up that high during training to test it) and 85% of heart rate reserve (the proper way to calculate these things), I calculate my anaerobic threshold at 182. Based on my experience, that is about right.
Please see the following link: http://www.runningforfitness.org/faq/hrzones
Dear Runner -ReplyDelete
yes! Exactly! You have pinpointed the reason WHY people with CFS are so disabled and unable to exercise. What I wrote was not inaccurate - those of us with CFS DO hit our anaerobic threshold at only 60% of maximum heart rate.
You say that using the 60% formula would give you an anaerobic threshold of only 105 bpm and you wouldn't be able to run at all without going over - YES! That is absolutely right. That is my anaerobic threshold, 105 (roughly), and I am certainly unable to run because if my HR goes above 105, I get very, very sick within hours and stay that way for days or even weeks.
Now perhaps you can understand why people with CFS are so horribly sick and disabled and why the exercise intolerance of CFS is its central distinguishing characteristic.
Believe me, we all wish we could run, but that's a distant dream for now.
Thanks for taking the time to read my post and leave a comment.
- Anonymous3:02 PM
Sue, I am a first time reader. I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome type 3 (which comes with CFS and Fibro symptoms also). Your story sounds very farmialr to what I have been feeling. Over the last several days, my HR rarly droped below the 100's and if it did, just standing, it would climb up to 115 or so, let alone walking, working, taking care of the house and kids, etc. Wore a halter, doc said he couldn't explain it, but that it wasn't electrical bc my hr wasn't jumping it was gradually climbing. At one point in my Halter my HR was 170! Put me on some meds to use as needed. But am trying to figure out for myself why this is happening, what is causing it. Your post is very enlightening. Was your HR jumping or was it climbing gradually as mine was? Did your Cardio give you a diagnosis? I am glad to hear that your meds are working for you and very much appreciate your post. Know that you are not alone in your struggles, there are alot of us out there trying to figure this all out. Sounds like you've got a pretty good handle on it.ReplyDeleteReplies
Hi and thanks for taking the time to stop by and comment! Glad you found my blog and thought this post was helpful.Delete
The symptoms you describe are a part of Orthostatic Intolerance, a condition that affects over 97% of those with CFS, as well as many associated illnesses like EDS. Understanding OI and treating it can dramatically improve all of your symptoms.
Here is a post I wrote about OI - I highly recommend you also read the article that is linked in this post, by Dr. Rowe:
Good luck!
Hi Sue, I'm in the UK so obviously availability might be different, but I read your article with interest - my blood pressure is low but my blood rate high (I'm depressingly typical for someone with CFS!), and this idea really makes sense to me. I read somewhere about people who had an alarm on their monitor so that they knew when they were approaching their AT, I wondered 1) does your monitor have that and 2) if it does, which model do you have? Trying to do some research, and some say they have an alarm, but don't specify whether it's a target based alarm or just one like on a watch. SOOO confused. But thank you for the article, it's given me a new idea and a new source of hope, which is always needed!ReplyDeleteReplies
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I think most (if not all) heart rate monitors have alarms on them that you can set wherever you like. They are mainly designed for people wanting to get their heart rate HIGHER during exercise, but, of course, for us, we can set them to alarm lower. I use a Polar brand, but there are many others on the market as well.
Good luck - I hope it helps!
Thanks for linking to this post in your recent comment on my blog. I had been recently thinking about getting a HR monitor, so your comment and link couldn't have come at a better time.
This is such an enlightening and helpful article that I wish I had known about it earlier.Living in a regional country town without access to anyone other than a GP means there hasn't been much help in the offering apart from "just rest"ReplyDelete
I have come a long way from 2000 when I first collapsed with ME but still it all seems like pot luck as to how much energy I am able to expend without a crash. Thank you so much for this timely info and wishing you all the best.
- Gary2:21 PM
Hi, I know that keeping exercise to a minimum helps CFS, but it is also dangerous to not exert yourself and build muscle. It is a bit of a double-edged sword.ReplyDelete
I tried exercising hard and ignoring the subsequent "crashes" for a long time, and eventually the amount of exhaustion for each peticular exercise went way down, I can now push myself a lot harder than I used to without feeling the crash. My heart beats like mad after compound exercises, my whole body shakes with each beat - but it keeps me fit.
Have you looked into Low Dose Naltrexone? I am going to get it from my doctor asap - have a read about it if you haven't already.
I am early in my heart rate monitor (HRM) usage; so far I've noticed on hot days I can rarely carry anything or do much with my arms without it beeping, but on cooler days I can do those same activities without going over. I also notice that after I eat, my monitor beeps more often.ReplyDelete
However, I also notice that when I ignore the beeping (as I try to just finish one more thing before I obey the beeps and recline), it can stop beeping after about 30 sec of doing that activity - I assume my body may get used to the new position - which lends weight to the idea not to avoid activity altogether.
BTW I set my heart rate monitor to have a target zone of 30 - 115 bpm, that way it beeps when I exceed 115 which I am estimating is my threshold. (I had a 10 min exercise test that determined my threshold (AT) was 125, but that was on a day where I did nothing else but the test). The test said my max heart rate was 169 [the 220-age formula was actually 4 beats higher, but a pretty close estimate!].Replies
Glad to hear you are getting some good info from the HRM!Delete
Any kind of heat (especially hot water or steam but outdoor heat, too) is really bad for OI - heat dilates the blood vessels, making it even harder than usual to properly circulate blood to heart and brain.
Good luck with the new HRM!
- Anonymous4:30 AM
Wow I am pacing and it's working but I wonder if it's because I'm staying below my threshold. Thank you for this information. It's fantastic :)ReplyDeleteReplies
That's great! I hope your success continues!Delete
Thanks for this article. I have had CFS for the last 5.5 years. I was very bad for 3-4 months when I had to stop half way up the stairs and used a heart rate mointor as my heart was missing beats and found that my heart was racing up to 130 from a resting of about 40-50 (correct I have got it from my dad and have had loads of ECG's before and during my illness).ReplyDelete
I have improved greatly over the years although I get a relapse if I am fighting a virus which can last from a few days to a few weeks sleeping. It feels like somebody is injecting me with a drug telling me to sleep and I can feel my body fighting infection.
Before my illness I was a very fit person and thankfully I have had a very good doc who is also an athlete. Her best advice that I couldn't do too much or too little. When I started to do a wee bit more exercise it was a natural thing to keep my heart rate low and it was over 2 years before I felt I was able to go for a jog but I could cycle.
Now I have mild CFS - I just have the fatigue - I work from home and I am self-employed and all my clients are very understanding as the urge for a nap can be very strong and I can have just a tired day.
My exercise is very much reduced than what it was but I still find that if my heart rate goes up too much I fell like I am going to blackout. Also if I exercise too much I get the same feeling. I play competitive volleyball when I can and the team can tell when I reach that point and the coach takes me off.
This article is great it has given me a reason why even after all this time I can't do aerobic exercise. I stick to body pump (although had a wee wobble this week at least the instructor believes me now!) and weight bearing exercise classes. I also cycle but now go out with a group who don't go too far with plenty of stops. I can still do hills if I just take it easy but if I push myself I have to stop. I walk lots with the dog and can manage about 5 miles max.
I know I am lucky that I don't feel ill just tired and odd days when I am completely fatigued. I am also lucky that I can still do some exercise although I do wish I could do more. I listen to my body and if it says no I don't do.
The only other characteristic of CFS that I have is chemical smells make me feel ill.Replies
Alice -Delete
Yes, you are lucky you have partially recovered and can do so much! that is great - I'm happy for you. You give the rest of us some hope.
If you want to be able to exercise more without crashing, you might consider treating your OI. Over 97% of those with CFS have some form of OI and it is very treatable and directly affects exercise capacity. Click the link in this post that says "past post on OI" to read more.
Thanks Sue - Have always hated salt always wanted to eat crisps as a kid but just couldn't. I can taste one grain of salt on a chip I am that senstive. I eat salt only in the few processed food that I eat and that's it.Delete
I do make up for it though I drink at least 2 litres of water a day and always have done.
It is just great to find more info on CFS and to find out that I am not quite so werid
Wow in he space of a week I found out about why I can't exercise and I discovered electric mountain bikes. I live in the highlands of Scotland where there are few roads but 100's miles of trail easy through to crazy. At present I have to have a very good day to be able to go out and cycle 10 miles and then days to recover. Before the illness I used to cycle alot in all weathers in the dark at night in the winter and I miss it.ReplyDelete
Last night I tested a full-suspension electric mountain bike and went 15 miles with the biggest grin on my face. The motor kicks in when you pedal and you can up the amount of assistance you need (which I have renamed good day, bad day and in-between). I took it on rocky single track up hills and all whilst keeping my heart rate within a very sensible level. Felt like I had exercised when I got back but this morning felt great - no extra tiredness so as the bike had to go back to the shop this morning I went out and have done another 12 miles again with a huge grin. Going back this afternoon to buy one this is going to make a huge difference to my life :-))Replies
That's wonderful, Alice! I've never even heard of such a thing but it sounds like a lot of fun! I've considered getting my bike out to see how my heart rate does, but we live in a very hilly area. I like kayaking because it's done sitting down so my heart rate stays low, but I can get outdoors and propel myself!Delete
Sue try one of these bikes they will take you up the hills whilst keeping your heart rate low. See if you have a shop that will rent you one or loan you a demo you will certainly have a grin on your face afterwards and then you will have to buy one. You still pedal but at a rate you want to the motor does the rest. I aim to take the bike up a 2 mile track near my house which is a constant hill - I could do it in 35 minutes when I was fit. I haven't been to the top in nearly 6 years - 12 days til I get the bike can't waitDelete
Finally! An easy way to find out (roughly) what my anaerobic threshold is. I have spoken to many people who use this information to help them pace, with very good results. While this calculation doesn't give me the complete picture of a VO2 max test, for those of us who don't have access to a clinic that can do this test, it's the next best thing. Thank you, thank you, thank you!ReplyDelete
This article has been the biggest help to me over the nearly 6 years that I have had CFS. Over the last 3 months I have kept my heart rate low as much as I can and I have had tired days but almost no fatigued days. I played a volleyball match on Sat and I expected and was fatigued for a few days afterwards (and every muscle hurts) but I had planned for it. Thanks for making such a difference I now know what I can and can't do and if I push myself what the after effects areReplyDeleteReplies
I'm so glad that this information has been helpful to you, Alice! And good for you for playing in your volleyball match! Very impressive!!Delete
Now, if you want to take it a step further and lessen or even eliminate the 3-day crash afterward, you might want to consider beta blockers to help keep your heart rate down. They've helped me sooo much - I can be much more active now. Here's more info on our experiences:
Keep up the good work! I really admire you for working so hard to stay active.
Thanks Sue, I naturally have a low heart rate and previous to CFS was given loads of ECG's I also would set off the alarms in hospital on the heart rate machines so I don't think that they will be suitable for me. I don't play many matches 4-6 a year so the crash afterwards is a small price to play.Delete
I went for my first swim yesterday in over 3 years - I just kept the pace down and of course took my heart rate monitor. Managed 25 lengths and felt great afterwards and today.
I gave your article to my doc who is great as she is a very active and we used to compete in all sorts of events. She said that she would really struggle if she had CFS. As I have said before this article has helped me more than anything else I am much more active and far less tired I have just changed the activities that I do.
400 miles in 6 weeks on my new bike but the weather will prevent me going out much in the winter as it doesn't like the wet and cold so really looking forward to the summer although in Scotland they can be wet and cold too!!
So glad you are enjoying life and able to do the things that you like, Alice!!Delete
I find this post very interesting Sue. I have CFS and have a heart monitor as well. My experience with heart rate and crashes seems to be much different though.ReplyDelete
Before I exercise I take either ritalin (10-20mg) or marijuana (.05g to .1g at most in a vaporizer). The cases are somewhat similiar. I will refer to them as the 'medicated' case.
Anyways, without medication typically I can't really exercise. If I get on my exercise bike I just feel very tired. I can get my heart rate upto maybe 110bps average (I'm 35). I feel like a car stuck in first gear. If I start to exert myself more I just start to feel faint and give up after 10-15min.
OTOH if I am medicated I can get on my exercise bike. At the beginning, sometimes I feel good, other times i feel like crap. Usually within 10min though my heart hits a good range ~130bps and I can exercise normally mostly. If its early in the day I can probably maintain that for an hour or more, but if if its in the evening maybe only 30min before I get tired.
110bps non-medicated - I feel like crap... exactly the same as before the exercise. No better, no worse!
130+bps medicated - This depends... As I'm exercising I usually feel awesome. Afterwards though sometimes I feel good... other times I crash but... this may just be the ritalin come down. I haven't figured this out yet.
Sometimes my heart rate stays up at 140-150bps during the workout... these times I believe I may crash more... I need to experiment more on this...
Any comments on this Sue? I certainly feel OI when I try to stand up a lot of the time. But I feel like my case is different than what you describe... or am I just looking at it the wrong way?Replies
Interesting...that does seem a bit different than most. But having your heart rate go up to 130-150 during exercise certainly sounds like ME/CFS and could cause a crash afterward.Delete
You mention how you feel immediately afterward, but the post-exertional crash characteristic of ME/CFS typically comes later - anywhere from a few hours to a day or two AFTER the exertion. Given the time lag, it is sometimes difficult to see the pattern at first. Before I got diagnosed with ME/CFS and understood the exercise intolerance, I thought my ups and downs were totally random. Try tracking how you feel before, during, and for up to 3 days after exercise (one Japanese study showed that the post-exertion crash peaked 3 days after exertion). So, for me, for instance, if I'm having a good day and take a walk but do too much - stay out too long or raise my heart rate too high - I will still feel great after my walk. But then, several hours later or even the next day, I will suddenly feel like I have the flu - sore throat, flu-like aches, exhaustion, etc. For some people, the response is delayed even more, to 24 -48 hours post-exercise.
So, it takes some careful observation and investigation to really figure out how you react.
Thanks Sue. That's a good idea. I most definitely need to do some more careful observation. For my worst period of illness (>1 year) I had a bad day every day.ReplyDelete
These days though I seem to have decent days/weeks followed by bad days/weeks. The bad could be caused by overexertion.... but thus far at least (with medication) I can exercise pretty relatively normally and seem to be able to do this for weeks without worsening symptoms so I'm not even sure how I could find an exercise trigger...
Right now I'm thinking of writing an android app in order to do this for me. Hopefully I remember how to program ;)Replies
Maybe - who knows? Anyway, glad you can manage it!Delete


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Chapter 16
Paul sends greetings to various Saints—He counsels the Saints to avoid those who cause divisions—The Saints should be wise concerning good and innocent concerning evil.
1 I commend unto you Phebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea:
2 That ye receive her in the Lord, as becometh saints, and that ye assist her in whatsoever business she hath need of you: for she hath been a succourer of many, and of myself also.
3 Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus:
4 Who have for my life laid down their own necks: unto whom not only I give thanks, but also all the churches of the Gentiles.
5 Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Salute my wellbeloved Epænetus, who is the firstfruits of Achaia unto Christ.
6 Greet Mary, who bestowed much labour on us.
7 Salute Andronicus and Junia, my kinsmen, and my fellowprisoners, who are of note among the apostles, who also were in Christ before me.
8 Greet Amplias my beloved in the Lord.
9 Salute Urbane, our helper in Christ, and Stachys my beloved.
10 Salute Apelles approved in Christ. Salute them which are of Aristobulus'
11 Salute Herodion my kinsman. Greet them that be of the
12 Salute Tryphena and Tryphosa, who labour in the Lord. Salute the beloved Persis, which laboured much in the Lord.
13 Salute Rufus chosen in the Lord, and his mother and mine.
14 Salute Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermas, Patrobas, Hermes, and the brethren which are with them.
15 Salute Philologus, and Julia, Nereus, and his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints which are with them.
16 Salute one another with an holy
17 Now I beseech you, brethren,
18 For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and
19 For your
20 And the God of
21 Timotheus my workfellow, and Lucius, and Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen, salute you.
22 I Tertius, who wrote this epistle, salute you in the Lord.
23 Gaius mine host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Erastus the chamberlain of the city saluteth you, and Quartus a brother.
24 The
25 Now to him that is of power to
26 But now is made manifest, and by the scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the
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A new calendar year is the perfect time to reflect with your family and talk about the first half of the school year: its successes and its challenges. This applies to both school performance and everyday family life. There are always times when the best-laid plans need to be modified. Review expectations and schedules to further develop a love of learning.
As parents, it is time to sit down with your child and reevaluate your individual roles in the family unit. Changes need to be made where warranted. This flexibility shows your child that life is full of ups and downs. Make needed adjustments. These circumstances can be opportunities for growth. Needless to say, these are all life long skills. Areas to be modified may include health, school, homework, activities, and chores.
Health: Review your family's sleep schedules, downtime, diet, and exercise routines. The importance of all of these factors in learning is essential. Make sure everyone is getting enough sleep and has enough time in the day to relax a little and have some fun. Well-balanced meals and daily exercise for all are always a must.
Homework/School: It is your child's "job" to go to school. Make sure the time and place for homework is well established and that his schoolwork is a priority. Make sure there are no distractions during homework time. Organize the evening where, before bedtime, the backpack is packed and ready for the morning. Supervise homework, look at it, and give positive feedback. Make sure communication with your child's teacher is good and always encourage your child to talk to his teacher. Now that the school year is well under way, teacher styles and personalities are better understood and new friendships are established. If there are issues that need to be resolved, problem solve with your child. Individuals are continuously faced with issues that need to be dealt with in a straightforward and positive manner. The problem solving skills your child learns now will be carried with him for life.
Activities: Make sure your child is not over-scheduled. He should have time to do his schoolwork, participate in an activity, and still have some downtime. Finding a balance between school, home, and activity-related responsibilities is important. If an activity schedule has changed (perhaps a new seasonal sport), some adjustments may have to be made. Having an activity in addition to schoolwork is important. It helps to teach him time management, working with others, and leadership; all life skills that spill over into academic success.
Chores: Make sure your child has household chores that are realistic in terms of time spent, ability, and age appropriateness. It is necessary that he see he is a part of a whole, a family. Everyone must do his part. This teaches him responsibility, and responsibility is a huge academic tool.
Finally, keep communication open between you and your child. This is essential to his academic success. Talk about both your own day and your child's day. Make sure your dialogue is age appropriate. Ask questions. Answer questions. Listen. Academic success is not just tied to your child's classroom. It is also what he learns outside the classroom, in his everyday life, which helps him to succeed. Set a good example. Care. Be involved.


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Yesterday, between helpings of mashed potatoes and intense matches of Canasta with our family, elaborate drinks in hand created by our brother (a Bloody Mary garnished with a carved pearl onion flower was a standout), my sister and I snuck away from the madness that is Thanksgiving at my parents' house to point out what we've had our eyes on at shopbop. (Issa's Long Kimono Sleeve Dress, how I yearn for thee.) Times like these, when clicking on a dress leads to an addictive all-out browsing session that ends with an "Oh my god, how long have we been looking at this?", I come to appreciate the ease of features like the Style File. A little dispatch from fashion land, it helpfully provides trend updates and spotlights great pieces from the site, not to mention styling tips on how to wear them.
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By GARY ARRINGTONSports writer
If you write about politics, you are asking for trouble. Although it has been said more than once that I am a slow learner, I am working on improving in this area. This column is not so much about politics but it is more about the election process and why we do what we do.
Voting in this country is a basic, fundamental right for all. Although it did take awhile for all to share in this right, today every person that meets the minimum requirements is afforded this privilege.
I believe with this privilege comes responsibility. I believe that we have the responsibility not only to vote but also to vote responsibly. We have an obligation to know the issues and the candidates. That is my issue today.
In the 2008 presidential election, this country got caught up in the issue of hope and change. While it is still unclear to me what we were hoping for or what the change would be, hope and change were clearly the items that drove that election. That mantra brought many new people into the voting booths, mainly the young. That more people voted was good for this country but it appears to be a short-lived phenomena.
This month, two governor's elections were held back east in New Jersey and Virginia. While those who got elected were newsworthy, the lack of voters was also newsworthy. Specifically the lack of young voters. Where were they? Why did they stay away? From all appearances it was due to the fact that these elections did not have glitz. Responsibility?
Here in Emery County, we also had an election. It was not glamorous but it was necessary to continue the day-to-day operations of an entity that we all use each and every day. That entity is the Castle Valley Special Service District.
The CVSSD, this is much easier for me to write, provides our drinking water, our secondary water, our sewers, our curb and gutters and our streets. To maintain and improve each of these items takes money, lots and lots of money, and almost 40 percent of us voted to not fund the CVSSD. Unbelievable.
This is a really easy subject to understand. We, as homeowners, pay a little bit while the power plants here in the county pay almost nine times as much. Did you get that? We the homeowner pay only a small fraction. The CVSSD then receives grants from the Community Impact Board for almost as much as the power plants contribute. For our small share, we get lots and lots of money, which then allows us to have improved lifestyles. What were the no votes thinking?
The last item is the elections in Huntington. There were about 500 votes cast in the mayoral race. In the city council elections there were only about 800 votes cast for two people. Where were the rest of the votes? If you have people running for city council unopposed, would you not expect the vote tally to be double the mayoral vote count? I do for some reason.
In fact neither candidate in this election, and these candidates had no opposition, came close to getting the number of votes cast for mayor and the two candidates themselves were a hundred votes off from each other. Strange indeed.
We, the voters in this city, in this county, in this country need to vote but we need to vote responsibly. We have a privilege that all in the world do not have. We need to do it wisely.


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a spin off to my "black and white" movies thread...
My favorite 3 are
Cary Grant
Kathrine Hepburn
James Stuart
Cary Grant really proves Jim Carry and Adam Sandler are wanna be comedic actors. Yeah call it bashing, but I'm so sick of their foul minded(and mouthed) movies... they're big boys why do they need to show off their four letter repitoire and bathroom humor? It's just stupid. Cary Grant could be subtly funny... his facial expressions and his sarcastic way of saying his lines... he was perfect for every movie...
Kathrine Hepburn had to be the "female version" of Grant... she is so sarcastic in her movies, yet every part the heroine AND the damsel in distress. She was so life like and hilarious... if I were to be an actress I'd want to act like her (on camera anyway... no 27 year affair with a married dude... nope, not for me)
Jimmy Stewart; from It's a Wonderful Life to the Philidelphia Story to Harvey... and so many others... he is just down to earth funny... and yet so serious. I think the only thing I've ever liked of Jim Carry's is his "reinactment" of James Stewart's Harvey performance... the man sounds exactly like him!
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KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 — Lim Kit Siang urged Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Mohamed Khaled Nordin today to eradicate crime in the southern state capital, instead of allowing authorities to punish tenants over paper cut-outs replicating the famous Lego mural.
The DAP adviser said Khaled should advise the Johor Bahru City Council (MBJB) to quit harassing tenants in Taman Molek, after it reportedly warned tenants and shop-owners that they would be fined RM500 if they failed to remove the cut-outs within a week.
The cut-outs were meant to replace the original mural by Ernest Zacharevic highlighting the problem of crime, which local government officials had painted over.
"Is Khaled prepared to ask MBJB to end its unhealthy obsession with Zacha's wall graffiti and the cut-outs and instead, use the opportunity to provide the leadership to rally all stakeholders in Johor Bahru to make the Johor capital a safe and secure city with low crime rate?" Lim questioned.
"This should be the focus of the MBJB and even the Johor state government, instead of going on a wild goose chase to wipe out Zacha's street mural and the cut-outs," added the Gelang Patah MP.
Johor Mayor Ismail Karim was reported by English daily The Star yesterday as saying that notices will be issued to owners of premises where similar cut-outs have appeared, such as on the walls outside the Chinese cultural museum on Jalan Tan Hiok Nee and in an alley on Jalan Maju.
Last Wednesday, MBJB painted over Lithuanian-born Zacharevic's mural, which had featured a knife-wielding Lego man mugger lurking in the corner for a Lego woman carrying a "Chanel" handbag, but cut-outs of the Lego characters have started appearing around Johor Bahru, which is a crime hotspot, since then.
Ismail also reportedly said the council has started engaging youths to discuss plans to convert Taman Linear Park near Desa Tebrau in Johor Baru into a youth park next year.
He said a wide wall will be built at the park to provide a proper place for graffiti artists to express their creativity.
Artists, however, must obtain prior approval from MBJB before drawing at the special graffiti wall, according to MBJB corporate communications and public relations director, Abdul Aziz Ithnin.
He also told The Malay Mail Online over the weekend that the art pieces must not offend the sensitivities of other races and religions in the multi-cultural country.
Last Wednesday, Singapore daily Straits Times reported Johor police as acknowledging that the state's capital city remains a crime hotspot, despite the reduction of crime in the southern state near neighbouring Singapore.
ACP Abdul Aziz Ahmad was quoted as saying that 70 per cent of crime in Johor occurs in Johor Bahru, but noted that the crime rate in the state is expected to fall by 7.4 per cent this year to a little more than 17,500 cases, from about 19,000 cases last year. A total of 26,624 crimes were reported in Johor in 2008.
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The Western Energy Training Center showed Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. around the clean coke processing facility during his recent visit. The goal of this project is to upgrade waste coals and make a cleaner burning fuel. Within the State Office of economic development is the Centers of Excellence. The Center of Excellence focuses on a technolgy and process for making tailored quality coke from alternative raw carbon based feedstocks, including by-product and various waste carbonaceous materials. The basic patent process blends and presses these carbon-containing materials into briquettes of specified size, with the ability to meet end user product specifications based on feedstock inputs and process control. This product is referred to as clean coke because pollutant emission levels are carefully controlled to low levels with little or no vagrant emissions allowed during processing, thus being a green fuel source. Coke as a basic large scale industrial feedstock is used all over the world in a wide variety of applications and situations in hundreds of millions of tons per year.
Tim Gwyther, at WETC is in charge of the coke processing test facility that is being put into operation in one of the large buildings on site. Gwyther took Gov. Huntsman along on a tour and explained the coke processing to him in detail as well as showing the equipment that is in place to date.
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Over 200 high paying jobs will be created near Price over the next two years.
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The WETC will provide a world class training environment to train skilled workers on an actual production line. Training curriculum will include operators, maintenance, financial, engineers and managers.
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The pilot facility located at WETC will provide valuable research and development and workforce training for full scale facilities. Business practices, control logic, training curriculum, simulators, operational and maintenance procedures will be sold with full scale facilities.
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Approval of COE proposal for second year funding from Utah Centers of Excellence program to finish pilot facility startup.
Government economic support to construct the first full scale facility in Price, through incentive programs designed to stimulate job growth in rural Utah and cleanup of waste coal piles at existing mine sites.
WETC wants to make it know there are many benefits associated with clean coke as it helps to clean up waste coal piles and provides a clean green fuel alternative to coal combustion.


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By COREY BLUEMELStaff writer
Sam Singleton introduced the entertainment to open the regular meeting of the Emery County Historical Society. Elise DeBry and Karla Urie sang two songs for the group.
Joyce Staley, society president, introduced Keith Ware. He worked many years for Emery Telcom and has written a book documenting the history of the local telephone company.
"I am pleased to tell folks about their telephone company. It does belong to you. It is a co-op and you own it and run it by electing the board of directors. The company, now called Emery Telcom, serves customers in Emery County, Hanksville and Carbon County with the exception of Scofield. They provide not only telephone service, but internet service and cable TV," began Ware.
Ware told of the period after World War II and the turmoil in the country. People were trying to do everything they could to recover from the war and get life back to normal. "Emery County people wanted to have as much control over their lives as possible," said Ware. "People wanted to have normal dial phones."
At the time, telephone service was available in Huntington provided by Mountain Bell. It was the only town in the county serviced by Mt. Bell and did not serve the people outside of the city limits. The Wall family started a telephone company that served the residents of Castle Dale and Orangeville. It was started in 1914 and was operated by a switchboard, and they also did telegrams. There was one single line into each town, it was a toll line and the phone was usually located in a local business. The calls were 10 cents.
After the war, people in Emery County began to talk about have a telephone system with normal dial phones in each home. Sam Alger from Elmo was pushing very hard to bring telephone service to everyone. Alger began to have meetings with representatives from each city. They even met in Price with Mt. Bell. "Mt. Bell was not interested in serving any more homes in Emery County other than Huntington," said Ware.
Alger and the other representatives did not give up. In 1948 they created a company, the Castle Valley Telephone Association. This company was created with the express purpose of creating modern telephone service to Emery County. The officers were: Dennis Killian of Orangeville, Sam Alger of Elmo, R. Merril Allred of Emery, J. Rulon Nelson of Ferron, Jesse Tuttle of Castle Dale, Duane Jensen of Cleveland, and Merril Day of Elmo. They decided to seek financing, so they went door to door asking for an investment of $25 from every household that was interested in having telephone service.
It was decided to ask the Rural Electrification Association for help with the financing. Their job was to see that electricity was put in to all the rural areas of the country. "This group from Emery County decided to ask them to finance their telephone company," said Ware. "They thought phones were just as important as electricity."
About this time, the Farmers Union formed a chapter in Emery County. They joined the project to help find a way to bring phones to the county.
In 1950, the Emery County Farmers Union and Telephone Association Incorporated was formed. They passed by-laws and began to plot further strategy. At that time, they decided they needed an employee to keep up the records and books. Argene Olsen was then operating the Utah Power and Light office and telephone association approached her about the position. She volunteered to do the work for them and continued for many years. "It was with her help that the telephone association submitted the application to the Rural Electrication Association for funding," said Ware. "They were approved for $222,000 in 1951."
Following the award of the loan, engineers were hired and the work began to get underway. Designs were drawn and bids were let out. The Castle Dale telephone company, owned by the Wall family agreed to sell their entire facility, easements, franchises and equipment to the ECFUTA, for scrap price. All of the city councils were eager to give the additional easement necessary for telephone service.
Not long after the work began, Alger was killed is a car accident, and Norman Behling took over his position. In 1953, service was started in Castle Dale, Cleveland, Ferron and Emery. Some users had party lines and some were private lines. One party service was $4.25 a month, service for a business was $7 a month, two party service was $3.75 a month, and four party service was $3.25 per month.
On Jan. 25, 1954, the new telephone company held their first annual meeting. Construction costs were more than expected and the first loan of $222,000 was raised to $810,000.
Paul Crawford began serving as president of the board of directors in 1971. He served in that capacity for more than 25 years. When Scott Johansen was the attorney for the company, he began negotiating with Mt. Bell to provide the service to Huntington. Johansen convinced them to sell, and Emery County Farmers Union and Telephone Association began to be the service provider for Huntington.
"Those who have served on the board of directors were very dedicated. They donated much time and effort to make the phone company succeed," said Ware.


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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Open fire
- Smoke-free
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
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The property
A lovely detached, single-storey stone cottage set in the delightful village of Brailes in beautiful countryside on the border of Oxfordshire and Warwickshire.
This delightful cottage offers very comfortable accommodation with three charming bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room, a modern well-equipped kitchen with a door leading to the pretty cottage garden and a warm and welcoming sitting room with dining area and cosy open fire.
This attractive cottage offers a peaceful garden and patio area, perfect for outdoor dining and enjoying the views across the fields beyond.
Explore the village of Brailes with its local amenities and take a drive to Shipston-on-Stour which boasts a 17th century church.
Travel a little further afield to visit the beautiful Cotswolds villages, the market town of Banbury and the internationally recognised town of Stratford-upon-Avon.
With many walks and cycle routes from the doorstep, this stylish cottage is the perfect place for a relaxing break at any time of year.
All ground floor. Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x family room with 1 adult bunks and 2 singles with en-suite shower and basin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Basin and WC. Kitchen. Sitting room with dining area and open fire.
- Gas central heating with open fire
- Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine in en-suite bathroom, dishwasher, TV with Sky, DVD, radio/CD, selection of books, games and DVDs
- Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Cot and highchair on request
- Off road parking for 4 cars, bike storage available
- Lawned garden with furniture and BBQ
- One well-behaved dog welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shops, Post Office and pub 10 mins walk
- Note: Max 4 adults.
About the location
Shipston-on-Stour 4 miles; Moreton-in-Marsh 9 miles; Banbury 10 miles.
The thriving village of Brailes has a 15th century church and enjoys a peaceful setting, surrounded by many hills in the rural Warwickshire countryside, with easy access to many delightful market towns and villages in the heart of England. The small market town of Shipston-on-Stour is just a short drive away, which boasts many shops, restaurants and pubs, together with a magnificent 17th Century church. Stratford-upon-Avon, with Shakespeare's house, Ann Hathaway's cottage and its famous theatres and monuments, is just 14 miles away. Warwick's medieval castle and the impressive remains of Kenilworth Castle are nearby, as well as the elegant Royal Leamington Spa, with its Georgian and Victorian buildings. Explore the charming towns and villages of the Cotswolds where it's possible to visit places that have remained unchanged for centuries. Chipping Norton, Stow on the Wold, Broadway and Bourton on the Water, to name only a few, are all within easy reach. You can also enjoy the nearby Brailes golf course, horse racing at Stratford, Warwick and Cheltenham (only 50 minutes), the Heritage Motor Museum or walk Shakespeare's or Centenary Way. A great holiday destination at any time of the year.
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Note: Max 4 adults.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
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A Case For Cory Sarich
May 04 2012 08:51AM
I'm not a huge Sarich fan. I think he's capable enough when he focuses on the small things, but he's slow, not very agile, and provides little to no offense. That said, the Flames should absolutely look into re-signing the blueliner.
A lot of Flames fans and writers seem to think Sarich is indicative of the problems that plague the Flames - this is true, to an extent. His cap hit is (or was) too large for what he brings (or rather, doesn't) to the team, and that limits who Calgary can bring in to fill in on the blueline. He represents the classic Darryl Sutter style of management, which is to say "Bigger and harder hitting is better" regardless of skating ability. So while Cory Sarich is a fine example of these two basic problems, he's hardly the larger problem itself.
As a UFA this year, the first issue is easily fixed: Sarich clearly isn't in line for a pay raise and the Flames could probably have him for something in the realm of $1M. With the salary cap likely to go up again, can anyone really argue that $1M is way out of line with what Sarich should be earning?
The second issue, in a sense, was already fixed by the Flames last season. Sarich was given slightly tough zone starts (47.8%- sixth toughest on the team among skaters with at least 30 games) and slightly easy competition (8th easiest on the team). How'd he do with that ice time? Better than you'd expect: Sarich ended up with the second highest Relative Corsi on the Flames at +12.0 (his most frequent partner, Brodie, was first at +17.0, though in slightly easier minutes).
Bang for the Buck
So while it's clear Sarich isn't Nik Lidstrom in terms of longevity as a quality NHL player, he's certainly not a liability in limited minutes. Still, there has to be a better defenseman for the bottom of the pairings, right? Actually, not particularly. There's plenty of roughly "equal" players, but most of them will cost more and are less familiar with the team and the city.
Sarich, on the other hand, will almost certainly come cheap for the Flames. It's also worth noting he's not an "Anton Babchuk" bottom pairing defender either - he can play 16 minutes a game and not be an absolute trainwreck given his decent possession numbers. Babchuk, for the sake of contrast, began more often in the offensive zone and saw easier competition than Sarich and ended up with a worse relative corsi rate (-2.8/60).
The real reason to resign Sarich, however, is one of hockey philosophy. The Flames won't gain anything by letting him walk to another team. Sarich on the Flames is not a question of rebuilding or not rebuilding he could likely be had for a cool $1M, which wouldn't preclude the Flames from signing other players. If he stays, the Flames have a known quantity who's not a complete liability for cheap. He's familiar with the city, management, and the rest of the Flames.
Sarich isn't a player hockey operations should expend more than a modicum of energy trying to re-sign, but if he's happy to stay at a low cost, there's more reasons to do so than not.
May 04 2012, 09:02AM
Some decent points. Allow me to counter though.
First, Sarich doesn't really fill a need on the team. Calgary is already swimming in bottom pairing defenders - TJ Brodie, Anton Babchuk, Derek Smith, Clay Wilson (one-way deal next year).
Second, he's at the age where performance for slow, physical defenders really starts to drop off. He turned 33 last August and will be 34 in September.
He's a dude that battles chronic injury every year as well.
It wouldn't be a terrible error to re-sign for one year for cheap, but...
Wow, Kent is a great boss :) , calling out your work in a public forum in your first week. Kent throw your resume in for the head coaching job!
Kidding aside, I would resign Sarich as the number 7 if the price tag is low and Babchuk is gone (also if they let Hannan go). If Sarich is sheltered properly, he could be of great use against deep offensive teams (ahem Vancouver).
May 04 2012, 09:20AM
He is also one of the few players on the Flames defence last year that hit anybody. At least with Sarich teams need to recognize he's on the ice. Calgary doesn't have the element currently.
May 04 2012, 09:33AM
Hey, if I didn't like the article I wouldn't publish it ;)
That said, I'm always going to offer my take.
I agree with both you and Arik actually
Depending on how free agency goes, if Sarich sits on the market a little longer there could be value there.
What I worry about is attitude. There were some dust ups this season with Sarich sitting in the press box. I worry about jading some of our promising young players. I would hate for Baertschi to lose that swagger and Horak to lose his excitement level.
Its tough to gauge how having a sour vet would impact other players, but its not something I want to test. If Sarich comes back, his role has to be well defined, as well as what he needs to do to win more responsibility. To have a meritocracy players have to understand it and where they fit in. I think the team has been missing that in recent years.
I think Clay Wilson takes Sarich's spot as the 7th guy next year. Again this is now Feasters team, he has no ties to any of the players Daryl brought in. So beyond any reason than Sarich has been here for a long time we won't be seeing Sarich back next season. He is very easily replaced by any number of younger more mobile players and other than nostalgia there is really no reason to bring him back.
I agree with Kent, and I actually really like Cory. I don't like his contract, but I do like his game.
Unfortunately, that game is very limited today and I think that he'd be better suited in a environment that can use his skillset to less detriment.
The Flames are not going to suffer not having Cory in the lineup, and if they do, it doesn't really matter.
I'd rather see the spot go to someone young who could either really fail, or exceed expectations.
May 04 2012, 10:28AM
Sarich is a dime a dozen player right now. If he could be had for a Mill, sure, sign him up, but honestly, his production and position on the team is easily replaced.
That also of course depends on the coach, Sarich was little utilized on the PK, where, arguably, he should be utilized. But Brent didn't trust him. Probably because he isn't very mobile.
May 04 2012, 10:47AM
I love Sarich; he is, as has been said, one of the only physical threats on the back end. CGY really needs that element. I don't believe, like 'Clay' does, that he would have a poor attitude. If anything I think he would be the consumate professional. That said, like any other player, he wants to play, and it would be tough for him to sit. If he realizes that may be all he is going to get and he's ok with that, then, yes, I would sign him for 1mil with hopes you can parlay him into a pick at the deadline.
I would prefer CGY to try to get someone like Wideman 1st though. Perhaps a trade to aquire someone like Luke Schenn. What would we have to add to get Schenn if we took Komiserak as well? Babchuk, Smith + ? I know people don't like the idea of bringing back another albatros of a contract, but getting a good young physical right shooting D man I think could be worth it. We are not winning the cup in the next 2 years, afterall and we have cap space. Short term pain for long term gain. Plus, if Komi finds his game alongside Brodie, he may just come close to his salary.
Bouwmeester- Butler
Giordano- Schenn
Brodie- Komiserak
Looks pretty good to me and we still have plenty of cap space left.
May 04 2012, 11:04AM
Schenn had a bad year for sure but he is still very young and is big, physical and strong. He also has a good point shot. A change of venue may help. It's the "buy low, sell high" concept that we always seem to be on the wrong side of. Schenn has that "P" word that get's tossed around...potential.
Besides, playing with Phaneuf couldn't have helped his abilities a whole lot.
May 04 2012, 11:13AM
Fair enough, although I assume the Flames will use any amnesty they get on Stajan.
May 04 2012, 11:15AM
It's because he's replaceable that he won't be back, regardless of the price. Put yourself in Feaster's shoes who is trying to put his stamp on this team.
I doubt he will use a roster spot to re-sign an aging 'Darryl' defender, when change & youth is the mantra in cowtown right now.
Not saying it would be a terrible move at that price - just don't see it happening - at all.
May 04 2012, 11:21AM
Schenn almost never played with Phaneuf this year. Dion was doing the heavy lifting. Schenn was pretty much a second/third pairing defender.
His underlying numbers stink even though his circumstances weren't bad. The only good thing you can say about Schenn is he is young and was picked high in the draft.
Unfortunately, the Leafs signed him for $3.6M/year and his contract extends until 2015. That's a lot of cake to bet on potential alone - particularly since his ceiling isn't all that high given his lack of offense and two-way ability.
No thanks on Luke Schenn.
May 04 2012, 11:35AM
@Kent Wilson
Ok, fair enough. I wasn't trying to key in on Schenn, it was meant more as an example. We have cap space for the 1st time in a long time. Instead of wasting it on high, costly risks in free agency, which doesn't seem to be offering a lot this summer, I would be ok with CGY aquiring a poor contract that will be up in 1 or 2 years as long as that player is servicable and more importantly, brings in a good young player.
There are a few FA that I would like CGY to go after but not many. To aquire FA's you almost always overpay and in our situation, we would most certainly have to to get any quality.
May 04 2012, 12:35PM
Arik - very good points. I do have a soft spot for Sarich although I believe he is too immobile, takes stupid penalties and is not going to get any better.
I wouldn't mind seeing him back for ~1M. He can play 10-11 mins a night, keep his legs reasonably fresh and make those 2-3 big hits a night.
Couple of points in his favor: 1) He is a great locker room guy, very popular and a very good leader.
2) He is one of the very few guys here who has a Ring. I still believe he is a pure playoff guy, and unfortunately he didn't get to play too much in the playoffs here in Calgary.
And please don't even mention Schenn. He is pure terrible. I would take Carson (I hope he comes back healthy) over Schenn any day.
I didnt say he did have one, but this year on a couple of occassions where it was suggested (story that he asked for a trade, and several times he showed frustration when asked about playing time.
That last comment was a response to T&A4Flames
I think you can make a case, and maybe a solid case for retaining Sarich at the right price (cheap).
However, you can say much the say about all of our free agents, from Jokinen on down. The concern being that we actually do resign a bunch of the same guys...and by default end up with a similar looking squad to last year.
May 04 2012, 01:51PM
Let Sarich go, and pick up a 25-year-old who isn't getting opportunities where they already are, and use the same 7th-D-man roster spot on him instead.
If he works out - awesome!
If he doesn't work out - try another, knowing that Sarich (or someone comparable) will likely be available on waivers anyway.
May 04 2012, 01:58PM
True, Sarich is easily replaced. And I think you could give one of the Abby d-menaBut I'd re-sign him dirt-cheap, and keep him as a 6-7 option.
As for Babchuk... Pray he goes to the KHL. Pray they can take him and his contract.
Pray for this...
Of course, Babchuk can always be parked in the minors, or waived. We could really use the roster spot.
As for Stajan, seems we are sutck with his contract. So let's "group prayer" for his turning into at least the player he was in T.O.
As for Clay Wilson, I liked the things Ward has said about him during the tale-end of the season, right into the playoffs. He seems a pretty focused guy. Perhaps he has a shot at making the big-team next season.
@ Graham re: "I think you can make a case, and maybe a solid case for retaining Sarich at the right price (cheap).
However, you can say much the say about all of our free agents, from Jokinen on down. The concern being that we actually do resign a bunch of the same guys...and by default end up with a similar looking squad to last year."
YES, EXACTLY....if you never let vets go, young guys don't get a chance and then you get another Tim Erixon "I won't get a real shot there" situation!! Here is my "please let them go for various reasons" list (mainly age and injury/surgery status):
On defense - Sarich, Hannan (like him over Cory however). Replacements could be two of: Clay Wilson, Bret Carson (less likely), Chris Breen (very unlikley), or a UFA (praying for this one like Suter, Wideman, Carle, BJackman.
At forward - Jokinen, Moss, Kostopolous, Comeau (just not impressed), and neutral on Stempniak (streaky). Replacements: OUR YOUNG GUYS!
May 04 2012, 02:32PM
Clay Wilson is much like any of the 6-7 guys, 10-12 ES mins and 1-2 PP mins a game, and thats it. He just isn't that great of a Dman in his own zone.
May 04 2012, 02:33PM
I don't know how anyone could not like Comeau. It baffles me.
May 04 2012, 02:37PM
I heard the same story and saw some of the same frustrations. I just think it was blown out proportion and Sarich would remain professional around his teamates. I also believe that his teamates would understand his frustrations; he wants to play.
It still goes back to him understanding that if he signs again in CGY, he will be a 7th Dman at best.
I think you are overrating Sarich using the advanced stats as well. His 47.8% zonestart is not tough at all considering Flames defencemen with 30 or more GP were, on average, a 48.2% zone start. The fact it is under 50 should have no bearing on his CorsiRel.
The CorsiRel is almost all attributable to the soft competition (5th out of Defenders with 30 or more GP).
Even with 3rd pairing competition, he barely managed to get the ice on the right side of ice with a corsi percentage of 51%. So, soft competition and barely able to keep the play out of the Flames end of the ice. Brodie was 51.5% and Smith was 48.1% and they have much more potential to move up from there.
I think Kent is right here, don't even waste a million on him. Focus those funds on getting a legit 2-3 guy to either play with Bouwmeester or to allow Giordano to move up to the top pair.
@ JW re: "I don't know how anyone could not like Comeau. It baffles me." Well, he was drafted to score some and check too...don't think he does well enough in either areas...that simple. If the Islanders waived him, there could be a problem.
May 04 2012, 04:16PM
Milan Jurcina w/the Isles is still unsigned. A big guy, right-handed shot, 170-plus hits last season... Could also help Cervenka with his English... his adjustment to North America.
He was a 1.6mill cap hit last season. The only down side (perhaps a big one)... -34.
Cory Sarich hasn't played a full season since his last year in Tampa.
Sure he can eat up some decent minutes, but like Hannan he was caught many times standing still against opposing forwards.
Once in a blue moon, he would hit a guy with a devastating check and isn't going to give you much offensively.
Make a pitch for Suter, if that doesn't work out, go after a Colacovico, Carle, Wideman, etc.
the deathstar pretty much hits the nail on the head, imo.
as for comeau, 1.75 or less and I'd be pretty happy. good player, crap luck.
Oh HELL no!
Sarich is the oldest 33 year old I've ever seen. He makes Chris Chelios look like TJ Brodie!
Honestly, I'll be surprised if Sarich is signed before August 30th. In 5 years that he's played here, his greatest accomplishment has been staying here for 5 years. I loved the hit he put on Marleau, but we lost that series.
Seriously, what can Sarich do that Shane O'Brien can't?
May 05 2012, 03:52PM
He's wrong for all the reasons already suggested; too old, too slow, brought on board by the wrong GM, and easily replaced.
I'd prefer keeping Hannan to Sarich.
If Sarich is resigned, I assume Hannan has to go and should be replaced IMO by Wilson. While Smith showed up well at the beginning of the season, after the injury he wasn't the same player.
Next year I see:
Bou - But Gio - Bro Wil - Smith/Sarich/Babs
I think Wilson has more offensive upside and skates well. Sarich on the other hand is one of the few D-Men on the team, other than Gio, that will really lay anybody out. There isn't much to be afraid of on the flames defence anymore. Bou/But are pretty easy to play against, you almost never see anybody get hit EVER when they are on the ice.
I like Sarich for the physicality he brings. That said, as for many of the current Flames, its probably time to turn the page on them now.