, rather than extra red cells. Some scientists believe training at moderate altitudes (2,000-2,300m) may be detrimental to general health, raising levels of damaging free radicals, and depressing the immune system, but these are not because of raised levels
to chloroquine of the strain of falciparum malaria endemic in the Amazon Basin? It was difficult to tell.Perhaps I should get some rest – try to reinforce my beleaguered immune system. I closed my eyes, but quickly opened them again. Once the onchocerciasis
speed bump, not a brick wall. I've asked Dan to chat to the team at Lucozade Sport again with regards to boosting his immune system after training too. As a dad with young children, he has been suffering from coming home tired and picking up germs while
BAD HABIT: You’re a night owl Runners who short-change sleep compromise recovery, immunity and mental sharpness, which can turn an easy workout into a gruelling one. "Sleep enhances the restoration of cells damaged by exercise," says Professor Jim
-rich sources include beef, chicken, fish, dairy, and cabbage. On days when your diet isn't optimal, pop a multivitamin as insurance. Also, it's important for your immune system to take in carbohydrates before, during, and after runs of an hour or more
-ups and alternate leg thrusts with a minute's rest after each rep. Then sprint on the spot for 10 seconds and jog for 10 seconds. "The effort will temporarily deplete your immune system chemicals that would otherwise react to the cold air and produce
infection. Your body is strong enough to fight and control it for the most part, but your immune system is compromised when stressed beyond the norm. Blood tests may shed some light. By the way, this month's Runner's World carries a warning from a doctor
fuel during to provide some variety to her carbohydrate intake. She has planned regular intervals every few miles to drip feed her system with the energy it requires to enable her to achieve her sub-5 goal. Weeks 12 - 13Kim says: I’ve raced twice
help maintain a good immune function and protect him as far as possible. Weeks 8 - 9 Richard says: I've clocked up two 18-milers and a 20-miler in the last three weeks which has been pleasingly consistent. Talking of consistency, since the training
