Exercise at altitude

Question 1

What is acclimatization?

Answer 1

a process of gradual adaptation to a change in environment, which is lower Po2 at altitude

Question 2

How long does it take to adapt to 1000-2000m?

Answer 2

3-5 days

Question 3

How long does it take to adapt to 2000-3000m?

Answer 3

1-2 weeks

Question 4

How long does it take to adapt to 3000m plus?

Answer 4

2 plus weeks

Question 5

For extreme altitude, how long does it take to adapt to 4000m plus?

Answer 5

4 weeks plus

Question 6

What is the affect on the cardiovascular system?

Answer 6

As altitude increases, barometric pressure decreases.
The pp02 decreases.

Question 7

Name 4 acute effects of altitude on the body.

Answer 7

Increased breathing frequency
Decreased stroke volume
Decreased Maximla cardiac output
Reduced oxygen delivery to muscles

Question 8

What are four benefits of Acclimatization to altitude?

Answer 8

Release of EPO
Breathing rate and ventilation equalize
Stroke volume and cardiac output reduce as oxygen extraction become efficient
Reduce in altitude sickness