Critically evaluate the impact of altitude exposure and transemeridian air travel on athletic performance.

Assignment Question

You are required to critically evaluate the impact of altitude exposure and transemeridian air travel on athletic performance. In addition you need to design an appropriate training/pre acclimatisation strategy for an endurance athlete who will compete in Everest marathon in Nepal.

The elevation is 17000ft . You must provide a full reference rationale for your strategy and also consider any nutritional/hydration considerations for travelling and competing at high altitudes. (Supposed that You have all the money that you need). The case study should include : introduction , introduce the topic, presents the effects that both altitude and air travel across multiple has on human physiology and athletic performance .

A detail discussion of circadian rhythms and their effect on physiology is required. Review also current methods of altitude training and strategies to combat jet-lag. Present the different acclimatisation strategies (pros/cons) Present your acclimatisation strategy. You should provide details of how long prior to the race you would start the plan , show what the plan includes (sleeping plans. Rationale: here you should provide a clear and referenced justification for the strategy you proposed in the previous section . Reference the previous research is required to support your rationale

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