Altitude Training Dilemmas

The chapter delves into the complexities of altitude training, discussing the challenges athletes face with structuring workouts and adapting to training at high elevations. The speakers explore the variations in individual responses to altitude training, mentioning the role of hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF-1) and the necessity of maintaining intensity for performance benefits. Personal experiences and the impact of altitude on fitness levels are shared, along with insights into adjusting recovery lengths and the physiological effects related to the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve.