DID YOU KNOW?
In space, astronauts lose an average of 1.0 to 1.5 per cent of mineral density in weight-bearing bones per month
To build up their bodies, cope with confinement and monitor machinery, astronauts must embark on rigorous training programs
For many, it’s the dream career and ultimate adventure to travel hundreds of miles away from our planet and live in space. The view of Earth from orbit is something a very small minority get to experience, and for working astronauts, this prize comes with long-term dedication and commitment. Astronauts need to have extensive skills, including a scientific brain to perform experiments, physical strength and coordination to maintain a healthy body in extreme conditions and the mental hardiness to float in confined and overcrowded spaces, far from not just close family, but the entire
