Altitude training study for female elite cyclists
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks at whether altitude training (training at high elevations) affects sleep and menstrual health in elite female cyclists. It may help understand how to optimize training for women.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are female
- You are an elite cyclist (competing at a high level)
- You are in good overall health
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