Currently training/sleeping at about 2300 ft. elevation. Going to a race (mtn. bike - 1.5 - 2 hrs.) at about 4,300 ft. elevation. It's near family so I'll be in the area about 3 days before I race. I'll be pre-riding/training at the 4,300 foot level. But I have 2 options as far as where I sleep at night for those 3 days: one is at 2500 ft. and the other is at 4000 ft.. My understanding is that a large elevation change can initially create an ADVERSE effect before the body acclimates. So my thinking is that if my body can handle a 1700 foot adjustment in 3 days that would be good. But if not, or if there might be an adverse effect, then I guess I should stick with the 2500 ft. lodging. Would welcome any factual data anyone has. Or if you think I'm completely nuts for even thinking about this that's okay too. 😉
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Altitude change before race
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I wouldn't think that three days would be sufficient to see much adaptation one way or the other. I'd sleep where the social life is the best.
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Stay where it's most convienent. Although erythropoietin levels will begin to increase with the change in altitude, 3 days wont be long enough to feel the benefits.
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