Is altitude training the new F45?

It used to just be endurance athletes who trained at altitude, but now gyms are popping up everywhere with the promise you can burn double the calories by doing the same workout. But does it work and should you do it?  Altitude training gyms are popping up around the country with some people evening installing altitude rooms in their houses. Gyms are claiming that altitude training can make you burn more calories by working out in a low oxygen environment, so is it worth it? And how often do you have to train to see results? Dr Andrew Govus, a senior lecturer in Sports and exercise science, joins Katrina Blowers to explain the facts.    Headlines: Thousands of Australians rally for the ‘yes’ campaign Worrying developments from the US supreme court Aussies are being urged to exercise caution in France     Follow The Briefing:
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