This week's episode of the Racer X Virtual Trainer podcast show features GEICO Powersports Honda's Trey Canard and his trainer Greg DiRenzo (efitnessacademy.com). Trey was having a great year on the outdoor circuit, occupying third position in the 250 class, until an unfortunate crash at High Point left Trey with a broken right arm. The arm required surgery (a plate and 7 screws were installed) that will have the Honda rider out for another 7 weeks.
 
In this podcast I called Trey and Greg to see how Trey's arm is healing and what he is doing with his free time. Greg offers some training advice on what to do if you find yourself with a similar injury, Trey gives us the details of the crash, how he approaches the situation mentally, and his plans for the future.
   
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Trey talks about what happened at High Point, how bad the break was, and the prognosis for the future. 1:39

Trey talks about the surgery and his recovery so far. 4:29

Trey broke his right hand. His trainer Greg talks about the implications of breaking the throttle hand vs. the clutch hand. 6:26

Trey talks about other broken bones he has had, specifically to his left wrist, what he learned from that experience, and how he applies those lessons to this injury. 7:11

Trey talks about Mike Alessi returning to racing so soon after his knee surgery. 8:26

Greg talks about specific exercises and ways to improve recovery times for Trey and other riders with similar injuries. 9:37

Trey talks about how long he will be off the bike and what he has been doing to fill the time. 14:00

Greg talks about how and when it's safe to start higher intensity cardio training. 15:47

Greg gives some specific advice on how to train post surgery and why it is so important to remain active and maintain your cardio if you plan on racing soon after you are healed. 17:33

Trey talks about how he deals with the disappointment and depression that comes along with injuries that put him on the sideline. 21:04

Trey talks about the anxiety associated with returning to the bike after a major injury and how long it takes him to feel comfortable once he returns to the bike. 23:42

Trey talks about watching the races from the sidelines live on the Internet and the expanded TV coverage. 26:56

Trey talks about social networks such as Myspace, Facebook, and Twitter. 29:05

I ask Trey about his voicemail greeting where he refers to himself Dr. Trey. 33:14
 
 
That's it for now. Until next time, good luck with your training and remember, VT can always be found on the Virtual Trainer Expert Forum. In addition, be sure and check out the Racer X Virtual Trainer archive section . Your complete one-stop information zone for motocross fitness.
 

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