Which of the following should an athletic trainer consider while introducing a preseason conditioning program to acclimatize athletes?
A. An 80 percent acclimatization can be achieved in the first five days on the basis of an uninterrupted 8-hour practice period in the morning.
B. The first two to three weeks of preseason present the greatest risk of exertion-related illnesses.
C. Each practice period should be broken down into two hours of work alternated with 20 minutes of rest in the shade.
D. In order to achieve maximum acclimatization, it is best to avoid scheduling practice sessions in the afternoon.
Answer: B
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