Wearable Tech Data from Athletes Highlights Air Quality Concerns in Iten

Data from the wearable devices of over 50 elite athletes training in Iten has revealed concerning patterns of reduced lung function and increased respiratory strain correlated with periods of poor air quality. The data, analyzed by environmental scientists, points to increased dust from construction and seasonal farming fires. Athletics Kenya is now lobbying the county government for stricter environmental controls. Our athletes are the canary in the coal mine. This data protects both their health and the community’s, said a sports scientist involved.