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  • 19/05/2023

What are the reasons why athletes train at high altitudes?

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Dr. Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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  • 6+ Yrs
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The advantage of altitude training is that the muscles get a natural boost when more oxygen is available during lower-altitude competitions.

Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...

Take a PLATELET COUNT Test or Take a SCRUB TYPHUS IgG /IgM - RAPID Test

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