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THE SCIENCE OF ALTITUDE TRAINING
There are multiple theories about high altitude
training. One undeniable fact is that Ethiopians rule
the long distance running world, closely followed by the
Kenyans.
It is no coincidence that both countries share
similar elevation above sea level
(2500m+ ) and offer thousands of km’s of
running off roads, along trails and
through forests. The science is simple: Your body
adapts to the high altitude by producing more red
blood cells. When you come back to sea level you
have better Oxygen carrying capacity thus enhancing
peformance
Wikidpedia has excellent links to a wealth of rich
information on the specifics
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Training Camp |
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Olympia altitude training center
is a place where you can go to train, without having
to deal with the challenges of daily life. The villa
is located at 2600m in a peaceful compound on the
East side of Addis, close to the best running
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Coaches
attend every day’s
sessions and give each athlete feedback on progress,
readjust and customize a training plan to fit a
specific individual’s goals
– speed trials are integrated into every Athlete’s
program
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Pacers
are an essential part of high performance
achievement and are on hand in Ethiopia, or for
international races. Advanced joint training plans
prepare runners for precise results in future races
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Daily training schedules
begin with a customized personal program that
include running accompanied by international top
athletes – run on grass, in the forests and cross
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Accommodation |
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Olympia altitude training center
provides a choice of different kinds of
accommodation. Dormitory style for
economical prices or individual rooms. |
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Recreation
facilities
located nearby provide a place to go
for a relaxing drink, game of pool, table tennis
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Full board
breakfast, lunch and dinner all provided in
the dining room. There is a lounge with
cable TV for relaxation and internet is
available
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Luxury
packages are available for the international
traveler seeking to stay at a four or five
star hotel,
and
gain the benefit of Olympia’s training
programs – quotation upon request
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Bookings |
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Book your accommodation by
E-mail:
Shared room
$ 70
Single room (*)
$ 75
Double room (for two)
$120
Teams & Clubs (min 3 persons) special
rate
(*) depending on availability
Luxury
packages on request
Down payment
of 15% is requested after the booking is confirmed.
All payment by cash at the office in
Addis.
All prices include:
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Coaching
Transport twice a day to training ground
Airport pickup and drop off
Internet and phone calls charged as extra
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