I'm planning a vacation to Denver in June. At the time, they wil be holding the Mile High, One Mile. I live in an area that is very close to sea level. I was wondering if anyone can give to me training ideas to get ready for the high altitude.
There is really no set preparation for going from sea level to altitude. Maybe do some breath control sets to get your lungs ready for the reduced amount of air it will get can help.
It takes everyone about three days to fully adjust. I suggest doing light workouts for that time, then working back into your normal groove. But if you're only there for vacation, I'm thinking you might not be there long enough to fully acclimate.
I lived in Colorado for five years. I remember the first six months as hell on my lungs. And then it improved.
Bottom line: A mile at altitude isn't fun no matter how prepared you are. That's why they allow something like 15 seconds for the adjustment.
There is really no set preparation for going from sea level to altitude. Maybe do some breath control sets to get your lungs ready for the reduced amount of air it will get can help.
It takes everyone about three days to fully adjust. I suggest doing light workouts for that time, then working back into your normal groove. But if you're only there for vacation, I'm thinking you might not be there long enough to fully acclimate.
I lived in Colorado for five years. I remember the first six months as hell on my lungs. And then it improved.
Bottom line: A mile at altitude isn't fun no matter how prepared you are. That's why they allow something like 15 seconds for the adjustment.
