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Xp-Antarctik Expedition: The Effect Of A Month-Long Expedition In Antarctica On Physiological Performance, Andrée-Anne Parent, Daniel Martin, Sandra Morales, Jean Boucher, Alain-Steve Comtois
Xp-Antarctik Expedition: The Effect Of A Month-Long Expedition In Antarctica On Physiological Performance, Andrée-Anne Parent, Daniel Martin, Sandra Morales, Jean Boucher, Alain-Steve Comtois
Journal of Human Performance in Extreme Environments
Antarctica is a challenging habitat for humans. A group of 6 explorers (3 women and 3 men) participated in an expedition in Antarctica. The objective was to observe the physiological acclimatization of the explorers using the following strategies: physical preparation, highcaloric nutritional intake, and the latest physiological monitoring and outdoor equipment. Anthropometric measures (dual x-ray absorptiometry), specific maximal aerobic test, maximal aerobic running speed test, submaximal aerobic cold testing, strength tests (grip strength, leg press and chin up), and endurance tests (bar suspension and chair position) were conducted pre- and post-expedition. Due to the sample size, a paired t-test was …