Environmental Considerations for Exercise.
Abstract
Exercise in either hot or cold climates, at high altitude or in air polluted environments can reduce exercise tolerance and physical performance. This report discusses environmental considerations for exercise. It reviews the general physiological responses at each environmental extreme and presents special considerations for exercise in hot and cold climates, at high altitude and air polluted areas. It also discusses, albeit briefly, medical management of persons who develop heat, cold, or high-altitude related illnesses. The report concludes with a discussion of the interaction of the individual environmental extremes on exercise and physical performance.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1995
- Accession Number
- ADA294350
Entities
People
- Beau J. Freund
- Scott J. Montain
Organizations
- United States Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine