Since we’re on the topic of debilitating smog, the air quality in Beijing this summer for the Olympics is going to be a huge issue. As you can see in the pictures to the left, the air quality from day to day can vary immensely.
Today’s New York Times has a very interesting article on how what effect pollution has on finely tuned athletes (hint: not good) and how US athletes are preparing. For instance, they are being told to show up at the very last possible moment, and many may actually wear special masks when not competing. Just wait for the fracas when the Chinese government says, “Oh no you wo-on’t”
Be sure to take a look at the graphical supplement, which is where I got these amazing pictures.
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