VOICED : Alps tests to see if altitude can boost athletes' performance

The video explores whether living at high altitude can enhance athletic performance as a legal alternative to doping. Norwegian athletes undergo altitude training in the French Alps to increase red blood cell production, potentially improving endurance. The experiment includes a control group at lower altitudes, with regular medical checkups and blood samples. While some researchers are skeptical about significant performance gains, the athletes will be tested upon returning to Norway to determine the effectiveness of altitude training.

What is the primary physiological response of the body to high altitude conditions?

• Increased production of red blood cells

• Decreased heart rate

• Enhanced muscle growth

• Improved lung capacity

What is the main purpose of the control group in the altitude training experiment?

• To test different training methods

• To compare results with those training at high altitude

• To evaluate the effects of altitude on mental health

• To measure the impact of diet on performance

What is the altitude at which the Norwegian athletes are training in the experiment?

• 3000 meters

• 1000 meters

• 2200 meters

• 1500 meters

What is a common concern among skeptics regarding altitude training?

• It requires specialized equipment

• It is too expensive for most athletes

• It can lead to permanent health issues

• It may not significantly increase red blood cell mass

What is the expected outcome after athletes return to Norway post-training?

• A change in training regimen

• A series of tests to measure oxygen intake and blood cell count

• A focus on mental health assessments

• Immediate performance decline