How long should I work out in the CER? How often? How hard?

A variety of schools of thought exist about altitude training.

We recommend that you start out exercising for a short period of time (10-15 minutes) at a moderate pace.

You should gradually work up to 30 minutes, and can exercise for as long as 2 hours in the CER.

As with any training method, you can see results even with minimum use, but we recommend 2-3 times per week to gain the maximum cardiovascular, muscular, and performance benefits.

The intensity should never approach maximal effort, because studies have shown that the benefits from altitude training come from moderate to moderately intense exercise.

• How does the air stay fresh in the CER?
• Are there studies that have confirmed the benefits?
• Does it matter which piece of equipment I use for my workouts?
• What is altitude training used for?
• How does the Colorado Exercise Room (CER) simulate altitude?
• Who should use altitude training?
• Who shouldn't use altitude training?
• Why should I train high?
• What specific benefits can I expect to see with exercise at altitude?
• How do I operate the CER?
• How long should I work out in the CER? How often? How hard?
• Why is my heart rate lower in the CER? Or higher?
• What heart rate zone should I aim for?
• What is the Pulse Oximeter?
• Should my recovery between intervals increase?