Science of Getting Faster Podcast - Presented by TrainerRoad

Altitude Training: It’s NOT Making You Faster? w/ Dr. Ben Levine and Shannon Grappe, RN. - Science of Getting Faster Podcast Ep. 13

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Feb 28, 2023
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Shannon Grappe, RN
Guest
Ben Levine
Dr. Ben Levine and Shannon Grappe discuss the importance of iron in altitude training for cyclists. They cover optimal iron levels, IV iron injections, and strategies for getting more iron. Learn how iron affects red blood cell production and why it's crucial for endurance athletes. Find out the differences in iron needs between men and women, and how to prepare for altitude training to maximize performance.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
Optimizing Altitude Training: The Role of Iron and Individual Variability
03:52 • 24min
3
IV Iron Administration for Athletes and Accessibility of Treatment
27:38 • 3min
4
Optimizing Iron Supplementation for Athletes
30:14 • 6min
5
Iron Formulations for Athletes and Menstrual Cycle Considerations
36:24 • 3min
6
Optimizing Iron Levels for Athletes at Altitude
39:01 • 6min