High-Altitude Acclimatization

High-altitude acclimatization is the process your body undergoes to adapt to lower oxygen levels found at high elevations. As you climb higher, the air contains less oxygen, which can cause symptoms like shortness of breath or fatigue. Over days or weeks, your body adjusts by increasing red blood cell production (which carry oxygen), improving breathing efficiency, and fine-tuning other physiological functions. This adaptation helps you perform better and reduces the risk of altitude sickness, allowing you to safely enjoy and function in high-altitude environments.