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Heat adaptation and triathlon performance with Stephen Cheung | EP#138

That Triathlon Show

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Heat Impact on Athletic Performance

This chapter explores how heat affects exercise performance, revealing that optimal conditions for athletes are in cooler environments between 10 to 15 degrees Celsius. It emphasizes the importance of heat acclimation, demonstrating that athletes, especially less fit individuals, may see performance declines of 10 to 15 percent as temperatures rise. The discussion includes effective strategies for heat adaptation and highlights unique challenges faced by cyclists in hotter conditions.

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