The science working hard behind the champions

Hot and humid environments, such as those in Australia’s north, can be utilised to improve cardiovascular endurance in athletes – improving their ability to go harder for longer.

JCU Sport and Exercise Science researcher Wade Sinclair has been working with elite sporting teams, including the North Queensland Cowboys, to help athletes achieve optimal performance through a process called heat acclimatisation.

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