In 1968, the Mexico City Olympic Games gave some advantages and disadvantages to certain athletes because of the high elevation. The elevation was approximately 7400 feet above sea level. Events that were benefitted were any type of jump, throws, leaps and 400 meter or less races. These athletes were at an advantage because of the thin air, and deprivation of oxygen, their oxygen delivery was maximized and they had a higher blood flow. Also, regeneration of PCr was increased and this was able to give their muscles more energy. Events that suffered were endurance events. These athletes were at a disadvantage because the oxygen content in their bodies decreased causing it to diffuse in the blood slower. In addition, the athletes VO2 max decreased
