Oxygen Tent

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What is an Oxygen Tent?
A canopy placed over the head/entire body which provides an oxygen rich environment
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Why is it used?
Endurance Athletes use it to improve V02 Max / recover from injury
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Does it work?
Research so far shows little benefit
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What is a Hypoxic Tent?
A hyperbaric chamber that stimluates high altitude.
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Does it work?
It has been shown to have real benefits such as increased red blood cells and haemoglobin
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What are the problems?
Athletes can't work at their normal training load.
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Why is it used?

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Endurance Athletes use it to improve V02 Max / recover from injury

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Does it work?

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What is a Hypoxic Tent?

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