Altitude training, also known as hypoxic training, involves exercising in, living in or otherwise breathing oxygen reduced air for the purpose of improved athletic performance,
Traditionally, individuals had to travel to or live at high elevations to obtain the benefits of this phenomenon. Now through the production of normobaric hypoxic (oxygen reduced) air, we can simulate altitudes of up to 6,400m. As a result, athletes, fitness enthusiasts and health conscious individuals worldwide can take advantage of the benefits associated with altitude training while at sea-level.
Altitude training improves physical performance at sea-level and at altitude by enhancing muscle function and increasing the transport of oxygen by the body. Through exercising, and/or intermittent breathing, individuals and teams can naturally increase power and endurance and recovery..
The proper altitude training program can substantially boost body’s oxygen transport systems through enhanced ventilation, naturally increased EPO production and increased mitochondrial efficiency. This will allow more efficient energy production both aerobically as well as anaerobically. Ultimately this will allow the athlete to experience:
· Increased endurance and speed
· Less Fatigue
· Improved recovery
