How to Train for High Altitude Races: Acclimatization & What Actually Works

🔥 Training for a high-altitude ultramarathon like Leadville? Wondering if heat suits actually work — or if you really need to drop $1K on a hypoxic tent? This episode of the Microcosm Coaching podcast is your evidence-based guide to getting race-ready without falling for biohacking hype. 🎙️ In this episode, Zoë and TJ dive into: The science behind heat suits, overdressing, and sauna use for heat adaptation Why most pre-workout mixes and BCAAs aren’t worth your money How to actually prepare for races at altitude if you live at sea level What altitude training really does (and doesn’t) do for endurance athletes Practical race-week strategies to reduce symptoms of altitude sickness ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Post-Italy updates & training talk05:00 – Pre-workout mixes: Hot or Not?08:00 – Are BCAAs useful for runners?11:30 – Heart rate monitors vs. RPE16:10 – Pole quivers & gear hot takes18:25 – Heat suits: do they actually work?27:30 – Debunking altitude myths41:00 – Training for Leadville from sea level47:00 – Race-week planning for altitude races53:00 – Bonus altitude tips & emotional context 📣 Subscribe so you never miss an episode 💻 Book a free coaching consult : https://www.microcosm-coaching.com 📸 Follow on IG : https://www.instagram.com/microcosmcoaching