ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS - ALTITUDE 3

Question 1

Endurance Athletes are negatively affected due to what

Answer 1

• Less O2 uptake and lower pulmonary diffusion means a reduced ability of the body to provide O2 to the muscles

Question 2

Power Athletes are positively affected due to what?

Answer 2

• Less drag due to thinner air causing less resistance
• Decreased gravity effect on objects = objects travel further for any applied forc

Question 3

When preparing to compete at altitude, it is essential the athlete considers the following list all 4 considerations

Answer 3

• Increased recovery between sessions
• An extended tapering period in the lead-up to major competition
• Training intensity at altitude must be decreased
• A strict fluid replacement regime must be implemented