The Yukon Arctic Ultra 2015 ended a few weeks ago. Study participant Hanno Heiss reached the finish in Dawson (430mi) after just 9 days and 9 hours! In total, complete measurement-sets from four participants and in part from additional two could be collected – which is good considering the extremely harsh conditions during the beginning of this years race. Evaluation of data will be conducted during the next days and weeks. After the Yukon Arctic Ultra was over Dr. Steinach went to Lake Louise near Calgary and attended the “Hypoxia-Meeting” there where he also introduced the study-groups new book “Human Physiology in Extreme Environments”.
The 430-mile finish in Dawson City.
The “Downtown Hotel” in vintage Dawson City architectural style.
Dr. Steinach and Enrico Ghidoni: multi-time winner of the Yukon Arctic Ultra.
Study participant Hanno Heiss finishing first in the foot-category (left).
Hanno hands over his medal to a humbled Dr. Steinach in appreciation for his medical advice and treatment during the race.
Dr. Steinach being interviewed during the race by a team from Al-Jazeera Canada. A short excerpt of the interview can be found here.
Dr. Steinach in scenic Lake Louise, Alberta.
The Hypoxia-meeting in Lake Louise 2015.
The study-group’s recently published book at the Hypoxia-meeting.
