Why do Athletes Train at Altitude?

Every time the Olympics come around we hear about the high altitude training programs of certain athletes. But what is it that happens to the body at altitude? To start this discussion we made a short video as we climbed the incline in Colorado Springs, the home of the Olympic Training Center.

Untamed Science

A new science video podcast that explains science topics in a fun and exciting way. Great for science teachers to download and show in the classroom. Most videos come with lesson plans or accompanying informational web pages. All hosts and filmmakers are also trained biologists.