Last Saturday, Athletic News, together with sports medical test center Running and More, organized the very first edition of the Athletics Congress. The event turned out to be a bull's-eye and the many people attending the renewed Sports Innovation Campus in Bruges were delighted with their athletics knowledge ... read more
Wim Smets wants to climb Makalu (8.5 km) without an oxygen bottle
The new year also brings new ambitions for Rumst mountaineer Wim Smets (46). "In April I want to climb the Makalu, the fifth highest mountain in the world at 8,463 meters. If I succeed, I will be the first Belgian ever on top, I will bring my total number of '8,000 people' to six and .. . read more
Iron and fluid intake important during altitude training
Cyclists must take 1.4 to 2.4 liters of extra fluid during an altitude training session due to increased urine output and breathing. In addition, they have to take more iron than they normally do because extra red blood cells are produced. ... read more
Buy height tent? 3 tips to take into account
Buying a height tent is not something you will often do and that is why it is very important to make the best choice. For everyone else, that depends on your personal situation. In this article we help you on your way with 3 useful tips. ... read more
When to use Acetazolamide against altitude sickness?
Acetazolamide such as diamox ® is a medication that can be used in altitude sickness if you do not have the option to sleep in a height tent beforehand and in one of the following situations: Situations when Acetazolamide can be used If in the past you have ... read more
New type of height tent: Dream Cap
If your partner prefers not to sleep in a height tent, then our newest product might be the solution. The 'Dream Cap' comes over the head and closes around the hull with light weights. Due to the small volume, the air in the Dream Cap changes no less than 2 times per minute. Because of this ... read more
Prevent altitude sickness
Altitude sickness is often the biggest game breaker during holidays or expeditions in the mountains. Fortunately altitude sickness can usually be prevented by taking a number of simple precautions and / or acclimatizing at home to the altitude. In the overview below we summarize those measures ... read more
Which form of altitude training suits you best?
The most suitable form of altitude training is mainly dependent on your sport. In addition, other things can play a role in choosing the right height training form. The table below provides an overview: ... read more