# Physiology

**Source**: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/support-services/physiology/
**Parent**: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/

If you want to improve your running fitness, get more out of your cycling training or tackle a challenging event in the heat or at altitude, we can help you to prepare effectively.

Take the guess work out, make the most of the time you have available to train and know you’re targeting the right areas to achieve your goals.

[## London Marathon Preparation

Your Ultimate Guide to Preparing for the 2026 London Marathon with Loughborough Sport.

London Marathon Preparation](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/prepareforthelondonmarathon2026/)

[### Physiology Assessments

Understand your physiology to enhance training and optimise performance](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/support-services/physiology/physiology-assessments/)

[### Heat Acclimation

Prepare for competitions and events in the heat in our heat chamber](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/support-services/physiology/heat-training/)

[### Altitude Training

Prepare for high-altitude events in our altitude chamber](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/support-services/physiology/altitude-training/)

[### Cycling

Packages and specific support to optimise cycling training and performance](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/support-services/physiology/cycling/)

[### Running

Packages and specific support to optimise running training and performance](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/support-services/physiology/running/)

[### Rowing

Packages and specific support to optimise rowing training and performance](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/support-services/physiology/rowing/)

[### Triathlon

Packages and specific support to optimise triathlon training and performance](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/support-services/physiology/triathlon/)

[## Ultra Challenges

We have helped many people achieve their goals, in events such as the Marathon des Sables, Jungle and Desert Ultras, as well as mountain marathons and high altitude challenges such as climbing Kilimanjaro and Everest.

Ultra challenges](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/support-services/physiology/ultrachallenges/)

## Motorsport Performance Package

A supported performance pre-season designed to comprehensively prepare riders for the physical requirements of the race season. We will analyse your performance in detail and tailor a programme for you.

Motorsport performance package

> We were really nervous about the altitude when we climb Kilimanjaro, but we've been lucky enough to come to Loughborough and have the opportunity to exercise in the altitude chamber to see what it feels like.

**Altitude Experience Day Visitors**

## Latest Physiology Case Studies

[### Female participation in physiology testing

In recent years, the number of women participating in running has surged significantly.

5 September 2024](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/news/2024/september/female-physiology-testing/)

[### Understanding Sweating and Optimising Hydration

With the weather finally warming up for summer in the UK, many of us will be noticing the effects of exercising in a hotter environment, particularly with how much more we sweat! It’s generally well understood that we need to drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and replace what we have lost while exercising, but as an athlete there are several other things you should consider to ensure you stay properly hydrated. Could refining your hydration strategies be the secret to your sporting success this summer?

14 June 2023](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/news/2023/june/hydration-article/)

[### Running Economy

Running economy, is a subject of interest among all runners, from those that compete on the world stage, to weekend warriors. Finding an exact definition for the term can prove to be confusing with a simple google search of 'what is running economy' returning several different explanations of the concept, all ending with, 'to put it simply'..., leading us to the conclusion that running economy is a challenging concept to define.

23 May 2023](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/news/2023/may/running-economy/)

[More Physiology news](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/news/categories/physiology/)

[### Testimonials

Hear from our past clients](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/support-services/physiology/testimonials/)

[### Meet the Team

Meet our team of experts](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/support-services/physiology/team/)

### How to find us

We are located on the main university campus in the Performance Centre (behind Powerbase Gym).

### Contact us

If you have any questions or queries about our services, please don't hesitate to get in touch.