Ablation next week for running induced AF

[Therealsue]

So sorry if I'm getting this wrong and this should be on another post or something, but I'm so unbelievably relieved to find this forum. I have exercise induced AF plus occasionally if I'm anxious or leap up from a chair too quickly. I'm a keen runner and find that even a gentle jog sets it off - not great for training! Usually it sorts itself out when I stop running but occasionally it'll last for the rest of the day, which I hate. My ablation is due next Thursday and having spent the last three months trying to forget about it, I'm now rather nervous. I've read all the threads on here, so I pretty much know what to expect in the procedure. Are there any post ablation runners out there and what was your recovery and return to training like?

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Hi Therealsue,I,m not a runner but a cyclist but the only advice I can give you is to take it easy for at least 3 months,I know it seems a long time but it takes that long for the scar tissue to harden up and work so to much to quick is really a no go, just slowly build it up after a month or so by walking and you should be fine good luck

[Rellim296]

Good luck with your ablation - hope it will go smoothly and successfully. I'm no more than a walker, but an hour's treadmilling (in two or three bites) is a significant part of my day. I'd ask your EP for advice. I got back to my usual routine in a few weeks but it isn't very strenuous! I'm sure too little is better than too much.

[Therealsue]

Thank you to both of you. I think I'll be really nervous to do anything for quite a while anyway. My cardiologist said no running for 2 to 3 weeks. I just hope I don't have to have a second ablation. He reckons there's s 70% chance of success with the first and 80-90% after a second if it's needed.

[jeanjeannie50]

Hope all goes well for you with your ablation. Please let us know how you get on. Wishing you well.

Jean

[iris1205]

Good news, having a date definitely ups the nerves, but it is also a relief to know there is hope for a new found calm, and a good run! Keep us posted-