Description
Physiology of mountain endurance sports
Book summary
This educational work merges the practical experience of Kilian Jornet, a mountain endurance champion, with the scientific rigor of physiologist Fabienne Durand. The book analyzes the main systems of the body involved in exercise, their adaptations, and their limits at altitude. It addresses specific problems of trained athletes, such as bronchial hyperreactivity or hypoxemia, and presents anatomical and physiological concepts in a clear and concise manner, complemented by color photographs and figures. Each chapter includes Jornet's personal strategies regarding effort and its limits, offering a practical guide to apply physiological data in the field and optimize training.
What is it about?
The book explores the physiology of exercise in mountain environments, combining scientific theory and practical application. It focuses on how the human body adapts to altitude and prolonged exertion, analyzing systems such as the respiratory, cardiovascular, and muscular. Phenomena such as exercise-induced hypoxemia, oxidative stress, and bronchial responses are examined. Each chapter presents essential anatomical and physiological concepts, illustrated with charts and images. Additionally, Kilian Jornet shares his own strategies for managing effort and overcoming limits, showing how to translate physiological data into practical decisions during competition and training.
Main topics
- Physiological adaptations to altitude and endurance exercise.
- Bronchial hyperreactivity and other respiratory disorders in mountain athletes.
- Exercise hypoxemia and its implications for performance.
- Oxidative stress and recovery mechanisms.
- Practical strategies to optimize training based on physiological data.
- Kilian Jornet's personal experience regarding effort management and limits.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at trail runners, climbers, endurance athletes, and anyone interested in the physiology of exercise at altitude. It is also useful for coaches, physical trainers, and sports science students looking for a practical and scientific view of performance in mountain environments.
What this book contributes
- Clear understanding of the physiological mechanisms that affect performance at altitude.
- Direct strategies from a champion to apply science to training and competition.
- Identification and management of specific problems such as hypoxemia or oxidative stress.
- Visual content with figures and color photographs that facilitate learning.
- Practical approach that connects theory with the reality of mountain sports.
Technical specifications
- Author: Durand, Fabienne; Jornet Burgada, Kilian
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: cat
- Topic: PHYSIOLOGY, TRAINING AND SPORTS TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT, MARATHON AND CROSS-COUNTRY RUNNING, CLIMBING AND MOUNTAINEERING
- Collection: MOUNTAIN MANUALS
- Binding: Paperback
- Number of pages: 112
- Weight: 200 g
Editorial review
This work stands out for its ability to unite scientific knowledge with the practical experience of one of the greatest references in mountain sports. It is especially valuable for athletes who wish to understand their body and optimize their performance at altitude, as well as for professionals looking for a concise and visual guide. The collaboration between a physiologist and an elite athlete provides a unique approach, where theory turns into action in the field.