Summit County Guide - Summit County Colorado

Summit County Activities - Entertainment Guide

Summit County Health and Fitness

• Altitude Sickness: Altitude Sickness affects 20% of visitors to the high county.
• Combat Altitude Sickness: The best method to combat Altitude sickness is to follow the CRASH advice.
• Training at High Altitude: There are many benefits for training at a higher altitude and is a widely accepted method for endurance athletes.
• Effects of High Altitude – Tips for Visitors: The oxygen demand on your body while participating in recreational activities is intensified at higher elevation. By knowing how your body will respond, you can fully enjoy your visit.
• Colorado Mountain Sun Safety: The effects of UV radiation, especially in the mountains, can be quite hazardous to your skin and eyes with overexposure and lack of proper protection.
• Save your skin on your trip to Summit County: The sun is much more intense in Summit County than at a lower altitude; protect your skin and eyes from the powerful UV rays.
• Toothache – Effects at altitude in Summit County: The tooth pain may be caused by tiny pockets of air within your dental work.
• High Altitude Baking: Living at an altitude of approximately 8,980 feet above sea level can play havoc with your baking if you are following recipes intended for sea level.
• High Altitude Bread Making: Summit County is a high and dry area with constant changes in barometric pressure that will have an impact on how yeasted bread kneads, rises, and bakes.
• Tadasana Yoga Center: Either before or after a day on the slopes, yoga is great for both body and mind.