Episode 0: Introduction
May 2011
Episode 1: Snowboarding in Colorado
(First post-surgery snowboard trip)
May 2011
Episode 2: Backpacking in in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
(First post-surgery backpack trip)
May 2011
Episode 3: Backpacking Preparation
May 2011
Episode 4: Day Hike in Shadow Canyon, Boulder
June 2011
Episode 5, Part 1: Backpacking in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
June 2011
Episode 5, Part 2: Backpacking in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
June 2011
Episode 6: Return to Running
June 2011
Episode 7: Hiking Colorado’s Highest Peak: Mt. Elbert
July 2011
Episode 8: Ziplining at Crested Butte, Colorado
August 2011
Episode 9: Backpacking Oxford and Belford
August 2011
Episode 10: Catholes 101
August 2011
Episode 11: Backpacking in the Weminuche Wilderness, Colorado
October 2011
Episode 12: First Post-surgery Outdoor Rock Climb
November 2011
Episode 13: Grizzly Peak Winter Hike
December 2011
Episode 14: A Christmas Caroling and Snowboarding Adventure
December 2011
Episode 15: Winter Trail Run at Horsetooth Rock
January 2012
Episode 16: A Day in the Life: Snowboarding
January 2012
Episode 17: Spring Rock Climbing in the Canyon
May 2012
Episode 18: Devils Tower Climb
July 2012
Episode 19: Climbing Road Trip
September 2012
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Hi When your running does your stoma not rub on the edge of the hole? Great vidoes
Hi Michelle,
Do you mean as far as friction against the opening in my wafer that fits around my stoma? I haven’t had any issues with my stoma rubbing on that as I run. My stoma is an oval shape so I have to cut a custom hole in my wafer (moldables don’t work for me unfortunately), and I size it so that there is about 1/16″ to an 1/18″ of wiggle room for my stoma as mine expands and contracts a lot during peristaltic movement. Under that, I use an Eakin Cohesive Seal which turtlenecks around my stoma and provides a bit of a cushion too. I also always wear Comfizz briefs or boxers which holds everything in place really well through all the bouncing of running. Hope this helps.
So glad you like the videos!
-Heidi
Watching you describe your stlrggues with emptying into a bag I wondered if you’ve tried tucking the bag into the front of your pants and emptying while standing? I guess stoma placement would make a difference. Mine is above my belt line so that helps for the whole standing empty .Anyway keep on trekking! Cheers!
Hi Ana,
I only tried that technique once, but my output was so heavy that the bag came untucked, fell to the ground, and created a mess. I don’t think I had it tucked in tightly enough. My stoma is low, but I think it could still work. I will have to give it another try. On later trips, I discovered how handy it is to just use closed-end pouches when it is super cold out. Swapping them and packing out the old ones was easier than trying to empty a drainable pouch with frozen fingers. On warmer backpacking trips, I just dug a hole and emptied into that. Not the most fun in the middle of the night, but I got used to it. Thanks for the suggestion.
Thank you so much for your upbeat videos and fascinating information. As I recently had a urostomy and have been recovering with great success (and blessed with cancer-free days), I am returning to regular activities and so pleased to be able to do most anything. My husband and I went horseback riding and enjoyed mineral baths and massages to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary just last week! We are looking forward to a cruise in Dec. so while exploring excursions, I saw zip lining which I’ve always wanted to try. My reaction was exactly like yours– YEAH!!!…then, but will it be OK? Your article has given me hope and confidence. Once again, thank you for this wonderful site and sharing your full and exciting life.
Joanne,
Happy belated anniversary! What a great way to celebrate. I am so glad to hear that you are returning to all the things you enjoy.
The zip-lining will not be a problem at all. In fact, I just went again last weekend at a children’s camp where I volunteered for a week. I have noticed that the front of the harness pulls away from my belly when I sit and put weight on it while zipping. This actually creates space for my ostomy pouch. The harness barely touches my pouch in these cases. Have fun!
-Heidi
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