Does Training In An Altitude Mask Really Work?

Altitude masks, do they even work & can they make us better athletes? For years now, athletes have been looking to altitude training for improvements in performance on race day. However, many people now claim you can get the same benefits at sea level. Mark is here to look at the science!

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For years now, elite athletes have been looking to altitude training for improvements in performance on race day. However, many people now claim you can get the same benefits at sea level. An “altitude mask”, or “Elevation training mask”… But do they really work? Mark investigates!

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