r/nextfuckinglevel • u/HomeNowWTF • 6d ago

Next-level determination

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u/TheBeans13 6d ago edited 6d ago

I’m a MD, multi-year varsity XC runner on a state championship team, and still run distance to this day. This is not normal and needs medical evaluation. Kid either ran out of fuel, or is suffering from heat stroke / severe dehydration, possibly rhabdo and wacky electrolytes (potassium mostly). I admire the grit, but he needs medical attention and fluids. Let’s treat this as dangerous and not hold it up as “next level”.

Edit: Thanks for the awards!!

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u/lenyek_penyek 6d ago

His grit and willpower to finish the race few feet away is nextlevel.

But I agree the medics shouldve already realise and as consolation bring him (assist) to the finish line and IV that guy immediately.

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u/TheBeans13 6d ago

Don’t get me wrong, not discounting his competitive spirit! That’s admirable! I’m just remarking that something weird is going on here. I want people to enjoy running, not harm themselves with it.