It is important to remember that exercise does not build muscle, it actually tears it down. It is nutrition and rest that helps to repair the muscles, rebuild them and make them stronger after exercise. If exercise is not accompanied with the required rest and nutrition there will be a result of wasting from the wear and tear and the muscle tissue may rob organ reserves to rebuild at the expense of other tissues. The reasons for rest and proper nutrition after exercise should be to strengthen heart muscle, increase oxygen efficiency, support connective tissue and to prevent cramps and Charlie horses.
High altitude sports that include skiing, mountain climbing, hiking and cross country skiing are all done at 5000 feet above sea level or more. At these high levels there are many changes that the body goes through. Red blood cells become larger at higher altitudes which require them more iron to satisfy the larger hemoglobin molecules. The thing air will exhaust muscles that are not conserving oxygen and utilizing it efficiently. This will cause carbon dioxide to build up in the blood.
Pieces of vitamin E are oxygen conserving and oxygen starvation will result in fatigue, cramping and lactic acid in the muscles. Adrenal exhaustion from physical exertion at high altitudes can result in low blood pressure and faintness. Foods rich in vitamin C, sodium and potassium and essential amino acids should be emphasized. Slow, long burning carbohydrates like whole grains and brown rice can provide sustained energy. Fresh fruits such as apples, grapes and oranges will provide a quicker blood sugar fuel that will not cause a drop in blood sugar. Clean water or unsweetened juice should be regularly consumed. Also be sure to wear a hat and use sunscreen. Check with your local chiropractor in Schaumburg for more helpful tips.
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