Heat, the poor man's altitude?

Heat, the poor man's altitude?

Update: 2024-11-07
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On today's episode, Dan & Owain take an initial dive into the physiology heat exposure.
They first discuss the physiological benefits and drawbacks to altitude, and how this can lead many to using heat as a means to increase haemoglobin mass.
They then discuss different forms of heat exposure, including baths and sauna, and the physiology behind undertaking these.
Let us know if you've used baths or sauna in your training and how you've found it!
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Heat, the poor man's altitude?

Heat, the poor man's altitude?

Dan Nash and Owain Zerilli