In the second of our four-part series on acclimatisation, Jamie Macdonald (high altitude physiologist at Bangor University) and Calum Muskett (professional climber and mountaineering instructor), ...

It’s common for athletes to seek new ways to improve their athletic performance. One popular strategy is high altitude training, also known as high elevation training. This method involves training at ...

Higher altitudes can worsen COPD symptoms. People with COPD may need supplemental oxygen when staying at higher altitudes or flying in a plane. At higher elevations, your body needs to work harder to ...

Every year, thousands of people travel to high-altitude environments for tourism, adventure-seeking, or to train and compete in various sports. Unfortunately, these trips can be marred by the effects ...