Tom’s POWERbreathe K5 Journey: From ICU to Marathon Glory
We connected with Tom Hollis as a result of his combined specialisation in critical care and running, and we lent him the powerful POWERbreathe K5 with Breathe-Link® Live Feedback software in preparation for the 2023 Valencia Marathon. Tom shares his experience with us about the K5 IMT device and notes its major impact on his running performance, even though he […]
Breathing Exercises for Athletes Using POWERbreathe IMT & EMT
Improving breathing strength and stamina can really make a difference in athletic performance, especially in sports like those seen at the Olympics. And using drug-free POWERbreathe Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) and Expiratory Muscle Training (EMT) devices helps athletes get the most from their respiratory muscles. This is because breathing muscle training also reduces breathing fatigue, […]
Why Train Your Breathing: The Key to Unlocking Athletic Performance
Re-worked from the original article, written by Duncan Kerr, 2017 Breathing. It’s automatic, fundamental, and often overlooked. But why should we train our breathing? In the realm of sports performance, where every muscle group is meticulously trained, the respiratory system is frequently neglected. Yet, it holds the key to unlocking your full athletic potential. The […]
How To Improve Running Stamina
To find a way a way of running farther and longer without tiring is an ambition of many runners. It is particularly pertinent when training to run a marathon. Therefore, knowing how to improve running stamina is hugely beneficial. Why Improve Running Stamina? Increasing running stamina is essential if you are to beat your personal […]
Fin-Swimming Performance Improves after RMT
Fin swimming is the closest you’ll get to being a mermaid, thanks to the use of the fin that propels the athlete through the water. Athletes use both floating and breathing equipment to race. In fact fin-swimming involves four techniques, each determining a type of race. Types of Fin-Swimming ‘Surface Swimming’ is where swimmers use […]
Breathing Exercises For Swimmers
The sport of swimming involves your head being below the water most of the time, so it is important to achieve a good swimming balance. The majority of swimmers put a lot of concentration, practice, focus and effort into improving their swimming style. However, if basic breathing techniques are not followed, all this effort will […]