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Intermittent Hypoxia Training (IHT)

Intermittent Hypoxic Training (IHT) involves breathing air with reduced oxygen concentration levels (hypoxia) for short periods of time, typically in the range of 1-5 minutes, followed by breathing normal air (normoxia)or higher levels of oxygen (Hyperoxia) for a similar period of time.

Research has shown that IHT produce a range of beneficial physiological adaptations in our body that potentially promote improvement in our immune function, increased anti-oxidant production, enhanced metabolic function, improved glycemic control as well as better blood flow and breathing (Singh 1977, Larsen, Hansen et al. 1997, Lee, Chen et al. 2003).

The benefits of IHT have been studied in various populations, including athletes and people with certain medical conditions. Some of the scientifically valid benefits of IHT include:

Improved endurance: IHT has been shown to improve endurance by increasing the oxygen uptake capacity of the muscles and by increasing the body’s ability to tolerate and adapt to hypoxia.

Improved blood flow: IHT has been shown to improve blood flow by stimulating the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis) and by increasing the number of red blood cells.

Increased mitochondrial biogenesis: IHT has been shown to increase the number and activity of mitochondria, which are the cells’ power plants. This can help to improve energy metabolism and reduce fatigue.

Improved antioxidant defense systems: IHT has been shown to increase the activity of antioxidant enzymes, which help to protect cells from damage caused by reactive oxygen species (ROS).

Reduced inflammation: IHT has been shown to reduce inflammation by reducing the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines.

Improved cardiovascular health: IHT has been shown to improve cardiovascular health by reducing blood pressure and improving cardiovascular function in people with hypertension and other cardiovascular conditions.

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