The risks of getting high
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Acute mountain sickness, the mildest form of altitude sickness, occurs in around 25% of people who travel to elevations above 8,000 ft. Symptoms include nausea, headaches, insomnia, fatigue and shortness of breath. Drinking water, acclimating gradually and resting can lesson symptoms.
Publication Name: Skiing
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0037-6264
Year: 1996
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Fit to rip: phase your way to a buffed bod with our 12-week ski-specific workout
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Instructions are given for systematically toning specific areas of the body used in skiing. A 12-week plan divided into three segments is provided. Activities such as aerobic exercises, bike riding, inline skating and trail-running are utilized.
Publication Name: Skiing
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0037-6264
Year: 1997
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Feeling rocky in the high mountains
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Skiers who live at low altitudes should take three days to relax and adjust to higher altitudes to prevent acute mountain sickness. Drinking four quarts of fluid each day and eating a high carbohydrate diet are other prevention techniques.
Publication Name: Skiing
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0037-6264
Year: 1992
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