“The effects of inspiratory muscle (IM) warm-up on the maximum dynamic IM function and the maximum repetitions of 20-m shuttle run (Ex) in the Yo-Yo intermittent recovery test were examined.” Conclusion: “Findings suggested that the specific IM warm-up in IMW may entail reduction in breathlessness sensation, partly attributable to the enhancement of dynamic IM functions, in subsequent exhaustive intermittent run and, in turn, improve the exercise tolerance.” Therefore POWERbreathe Inspiratory Muscle Training can effectively be used to: Warm-up the breathing muscles prior to rehearsal or performance Read Effect of specific inspiratory muscle warm-up on intense intermittent run to exhaustion >
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