Altitude training is no longer just for professional athletes, simulated altitude clubs are opening up around Australia faster than you can say, “puff!”. So, is training at 2000+ metres above sea level really that beneficial for fitness, weight loss and endurance? Fitness Director at Combine Air Training Scott Reynolds takes a deep dive into this training style.

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