Fuelin Sessions Fueling an Athlete's Major Injury Recovery
Feb 26, 2026
Nicholas Chase, professional triathlete and coach who rebuilt his career after a hip fracture. He walks through the crash, choosing nonoperative care, and the nutrition plan that supported bone healing. They cover blood flow restriction to limit atrophy, progressive rehab from pool to running, fueling for high training load, and mental resilience during recovery.
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Beware Excessive Bone Broth And Lead Risk
- Excessive daily bone broth can increase heavy metal exposure, so monitor lead if consumption is high.
- Scott recommended heavy metal screening and reducing bone broth to a few times weekly as a precaution.
Combine Collagen Omega‑3 And Vitamin D
- Supplement strategically: take collagen + vitamin C, 3 g EPA/DHA (≥3000 mg), and vitamin D while awaiting blood results.
- Scott used 20 g collagen with vitamin C, omega‑3s 3000 mg/day and 5000 IU vitamin D initially.
Use Measured BFR To Preserve Muscle Mass
- Use blood flow restriction (BFR) early to preserve muscle when limb use is limited; apply partial occlusion with measured cuffs.
- Nick used smart cuffs, short sessions (≈10 min) and BFR on the healthy leg to retain contralateral muscle mass.
