Managing Heat for Athletic Performance

The chapter discusses the significance of understanding thermodynamics in athletic performance, particularly in distance running, highlighting the role of heat as the primary waste product during exercise. It explains how East African runners excel in heat management due to their body composition and stresses the importance of heat adaptation for optimal performance. Strategies for training the body to manage heat effectively, including the use of saunas, and the impact of environmental factors like humidity on sweating efficiency are explored.