Abstract des Autors

Altitude poses physiological challenges to the sports participants in excess of those encountered during exercise at sea level. The main problem is hypoxia and the reduction in oxygen transport capacity which is linked to a fall in alveolar oxygen tension. Training at altitude is imperative as preparation for competing there in aerobic events. The acute adaptations on exposure to moderate altitudes may be beneficial for subsequent performance at sea level. This has led to the use of altitude training camps, whose advantages have not been conclusively demonstrated. The benefits of altitude training will depend on a variety of factors, such as individual characteristics, environmental and training variables. Verf.-Referat