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[High altitude training]

S B Strømme1, F Ingjer

  • 1Norges idrettshøgskole, Oslo.

Nordisk Medicin
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary
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Altitude training enhances exercise capacity by improving blood buffer capacity, not necessarily maximal aerobic capacity. Proper acclimatization involves reduced training load and individualized intensity control for optimal results.

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Area of Science:

  • Physiology
  • Sports Science

Context:

  • Altitude training is a method used by athletes to enhance performance.
  • Acclimatization to high altitude involves physiological adaptations.

Purpose:

  • To discuss the physiological rationale behind altitude training.
  • To outline practical considerations for implementing altitude training programs.

Summary:

  • Altitude exposure increases hematocrit and hemoglobin due to plasma volume reduction and enhanced erythropoietin release.
  • While maximal aerobic capacity may not increase, altitude training improves submaximal exercise capacity, indicated by reduced blood lactate accumulation.
  • Effective altitude training requires careful management of training load, intensity, heart rate monitoring, and lactate profiling.

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Impact:

  • Provides a scientific basis for altitude training strategies.
  • Highlights the importance of individualized training and monitoring for elite athletes.
  • Offers practical guidance on nutrition, hydration, and recovery during altitude exposure.