July 1997 PMID 9216951

"Living high-training low": effect of moderate-altitude acclimatization with low-altitude training on performance.

B D Levine, J Stray-Gundersen

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Peak: 3 in Sep 2024
across 6 sources since Feb 2020

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107,984
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What people are saying

Discussions revolve around the physiological benefits of moderate altitude training, highlighted by mentions of hemoglobin mass increases and VO2 max improvements, with some posts debating different training strategies such as 'high-low vs high-high vs low-low.' The tone is analytical and draws on specific data, reflecting a strong interest and perceived potential impact in athletic training and sports science.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the research, especially with comments like 'effect of moderate-altitude acclimatization' being emphasized and shared, indicating general agreement on its importance.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions demonstrate high curiosity about the specific effects and implications, with mentions of related concepts like Hb mass increases and comparisons of altitude training strategies.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants are actively analyzing the research methods and potential physiological impacts, seen in remarks about 'high-low vs high-high vs low-low' training and references to specific data points.

ImpactModerate impact

While not universal, many posts suggest this research could influence training practices and understanding of altitude acclimatization, especially in high-altitude populations such as Ethiopians and East Africans.

Abstract in brief

  • The study tested whether acclimatizing to moderate altitude while training at low altitude (living hightraining low) improves sea-level running performance more than training only at sea level or in a mountain environment, and found that only the living hightraining low group showed significant improvements.
  • Participants in the living hightraining low group increased their VO2 max, red cell volume, and running economy, which led to better performance in a 5000m time trial, demonstrating that altitude acclimatization combined with specific training enhances performance.
  • The results suggest that living at moderate altitude with low-altitude training boosts sea-level performance in well-trained runners by improving oxygen uptake, red blood cell mass, and maintaining training velocities, ultimately leading to faster race times.]

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Olivier Girard
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Michael Naperalsky
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@maverickcoach1 @sweatscience @antonsostaric Here's high-low vs high-high vs low-low: https://t.co/3yWNKyERhn

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Santiago Sanz PhD. in Exercise Physiology #Hypoxia
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@DrNathanT @MSSEonline Mean average increase in Hb mass at moderate altitude is 1.1% every 100 hourse of exposure at this threshold of terrestrial elevation https://t.co/bBFwElRua9 We know East African are highlanders, thus their chronic exposure might differ haematological behaviour

Dec 20, 2022 · 1,404 followers View post →

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RT @PrimaryCarePAC: 65/100 Title: "Living high-training low": effect of moderate-altitude acclimatization with low-altitude training on pe…

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David_Propst_PA-C
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65/100 Title: "Living high-training low": effect of moderate-altitude acclimatization with low-altitude training on performance Authors: Benjamin D. Levine and James Stray-Gundersen Citations: 1233 https://t.co/PL4TNZdf6W

Sep 24, 2024 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 3,324 followers View post →
Santiago Sanz PhD. in Exercise Physiology #Hypoxia
@santirun · X

@DrNathanT @MSSEonline Mean average increase in Hb mass at moderate altitude is 1.1% every 100 hourse of exposure at this threshold of terrestrial elevation https://t.co/bBFwElRua9 We know East African are highlanders, thus their chronic exposure might differ haematological behaviour

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Colin Griffin
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Olivier Girard
@dr_o_girard · X

Jul 24, 2020 · 15 likes · 1 share · 3,747 followers View post →
Michael Naperalsky
@MNaperalsky · X

@maverickcoach1 @sweatscience @antonsostaric Here's high-low vs high-high vs low-low: https://t.co/3yWNKyERhn

Feb 22, 2020 · 1 like · 1,850 followers View post →
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