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Welcome to our Health and Wellness Blog! Here we will share interesting up-to-date information related to health and wellness. We have brought together articles to inspire you on your fitness journey
We know Altitude Training is an unfamiliar concept to many athletes and trainers, never mind individuals who are not in the quest to improve their athletic performance. In this blog, we will also share information about how altitude can help give athletes an edge over their competition, and how hypoxic training differs from other modalities not just for sport minded individuals but for those looking to improve their health overall.
Sound interesting? Keep reading! Articles will be added as they are available.
The Advantage of Thin Air: Exploring the Benefits of Hypoxia
A high-altitude training specialist or sports scientist focusing on hypoxia adaptation and performance enhancement.
Metabolism & Mental Health: Why the Key to Your Mind Might Be in Your Mitochondria
Breathing and mental health are deeply connected through a two-way relationship: the way we breathe affects our stress levels, and stress alters how we breathe. By improving breathing patterns, we can reduce anxiety, enhance focus, and support emotional regulation.
How Breathing Impacts Physical Health: More Than Just Oxygen
Explore how breathing affects physical health through nervous system balance, blood chemistry, and core stability—and why improving your breathing may be key to healing and performance.
How to Incorporate Altitude Training into Your Fitness Routine
Altitude training isn’t just for elite athletes anymore. With simulated environments like Summit Peaks, you can reap the endurance and performance benefits of high-altitude training—right where you are. Learn how to safely and effectively add altitude sessions into your fitness routine to enhance VO₂ max, burn more calories, and push past plateaus.
Breathing & Psychological Stress – A Two-Way Street
Discover how breathing patterns directly impact your mental health. Learn the science behind breath and stress—and how Summit Peaks can help you reset your nervous system through breathwork.
Respiratory Training: A Neglected but Significant Training Modality
Respiratory training strengthens your breathing muscles, enhances endurance, and improves recovery. Learn how Summit Peaks’ high-altitude training can help you breathe better and perform stronger.
Metabolic Slowdown and Why You Should Care
Is your metabolism slowing down? Learn how strength training, smart nutrition, and metabolic testing can help you stay lean, energized, and strong. Summit Peaks offers expert coaching and personalized strategies to optimize your performance.
Optimizing Metabolism as You Age – Nutrition & Exercise Tips Tailored to Shifting Energy Needs
Aging doesn’t mean a slower metabolism! Learn how targeted nutrition, strength training, and personalized metabolic testing can keep you performing at your best. Summit Peaks offers expert coaching and high-altitude training to help you optimize energy and endurance. Start today!
Ageless Endurance: Science-Backed Strategies for Older Athletes
Aging is inevitable, but declining performance isn’t. Iconic athletes like Ed Whitlock—who ran a sub-3-hour marathon at 73—and cyclist Robert Marchand, who set an hour-record at 105, show that smart training can keep you competitive regardless of age. With targeted...
Understanding Your Body’s Unique Needs with Metabolic Testing
Metabolic testing provides a personalized approach to understanding your body’s energy usage, helping you optimize nutrition, fitness, and overall well-being. Learn how Summit Peaks Altitude Training can help you achieve your health and performance goals with data-driven insights.
Top Tips for Crushing Your Next HYROX Event
Crush your next HYROX event with expert training strategies! Discover how altitude training at Summit Peaks enhances your endurance, strength, and race-day performance.
Staying Active While Injured: How Altitude Training Can Boost Recovery
Don’t let an injury derail your fitness journey! Discover how altitude training can help you recover smarter and faster while maintaining your progress. From boosting oxygen delivery to enhancing metabolic rate, learn why Summit Peaks Altitude Training is your partner in resilience and recovery.
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