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What are the reasons why athletes train at high altitudes?
What are the reasons why athletes train at high altitudes?
What are the reasons why athletes train at high altitudes?
The advantage of altitude training is that the muscles get a natural boost when more oxygen is available during lower-altitude competitions.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What happens to your lungs at high altitudes?
At altitude, the reduced oxygen content of the blood induces breathing instability, with periods of deep and rapid breathing alternating with central apnea. This breathing pattern is called high-altitude periodic breathing (PB).
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Why is lower oxygen affinity in hb better at higher altitudes?
At higher altitudes such as on top of a mountain, the air is less dense and this means that the partial pressure of oxygen is lower.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
At what elevation range is altitude sickness a concern?
Any level above 8000 feet above sea level one can experience altitude concern
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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