Altitude Training in Endurance Athletes

To experience physiological adaptations at high altitude while maintaining exercise intensity at sea level.

Increases in speed, strength, endurance, and recovery.

By significantly decreasing blood and muscle oxygenation.

<p>Significant below-record finishes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Non-training elevation of 2,100–2,500 metres and training at 1,250 metres or less.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The practice of training for several weeks at high altitude, preferably over 2,400 metres above sea level.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The body may acclimate by increasing the mass of red blood cells and hemoglobin, or altering muscle metabolism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Proponents claim that altitude training leads to a higher concentration of red blood cells for 10–14 days, giving athletes a competitive advantage when competing at lower altitudes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Altitude training can be simulated through the use of altitude simulation tents, rooms, or mask-based hypoxicator systems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their training may suffer due to less available oxygen for workouts.</p> Signup and view all the answers