The POWERbreathe Plus Heavy Resistance device is designed for those with already exceptionally strong breathing muscles, offering the most challenging breathing load available in our range of breathing trainers. This advanced level is better suited to elite athletes, such as rowers with highly developed lung capacity, who have already mastered the POWERbreathe Plus Medium Resistance training levels.
This heavy resistance device is hugely taxing on your breathing muscles. It is only recommended for those that have reached the highest load setting on a Medium Resistance device.
The condition of your breathing muscles influences how well you can breathe. The stronger your diaphragm, the easier it is to breathe, you will demand less oxygen during exercise, and your heart rate will reduce. Strong breathing muscles benefit everyone, as stamina, well-being and general health improve. To achieve this better quality of life, carry out breathing training with the POWERbreathe Plus Heavy Resistance.
Strengthen your diaphragm- Breathing training with the POWERbreathe Plus Heavy Resistance focuses on strengthening your diaphragm rather than your lungs. This is because your lungs are a pair of spongy, air-filled organs, and not muscle, and therefore cannot be strengthened.
This device is very challenging and suited to people that are very fit and have reached the top level of the Medium Resistance device. This device is not suitable for people with breathing problems. If you have a condition like COPD or asthma, check out our light resistance breathing trainer.
11 adjustable levels- The POWERbreathe Plus Heavy Resistance has 11 adjustable levels. The levels refer to the resistance you will feel on your in-breath.
It offers the heaviest resistance and the widest load range between training levels. As your breathing muscles become stronger and you move up one of the training levels by increasing the resistance, there is the largest increase in cmH2O, making training the most challenging.
This ‘load’ training is similar to weightlifting and this ‘heavy resistance’ device provides a variable level of load setting (weight lifted) in increments of 24/25cmH2O, from 29cmH2O to 274cmH2O.
Ergonomic design- The POWERbreathe Plus is the second generation of mechanical breathing trainers and features the following design improvements:
- Optimised airflow performance to make training more effective
- Fully integrated, easily adjustable resistance mechanism
- Easy to read resistance level indicator
- Soft, comfortable mouthpiece
See results after 4-6 weeks- Consistently follow the training regime of 30 breaths, twice a day to feel less breathless during exertion in 4-6 weeks. This is scientifically proven. Learn more about how the POWERbreathe IMT device works in our guide.
Trusted brand- POWERbreathe has over 20 years of experience in creating innovative breathing products to improve people’s health and wellness. POWERbreathe products are recommended by medical professionals and used in scientific research.
When you buy your POWERbreathe Plus Medium Resistance from our site, you can be confident that it’s a genuine model. If you browse other websites, beware of fake lookalikes and devices claiming to be POWERbreathe.
Mark Bata (verified owner) –
I’ve been using the POWERbreathe Plus Inspiratory Muscle Trainer for over a month now, starting at level 0 and gradually working my way up. The initial resistance felt manageable and helped me focus on proper breathing techniques without overwhelming my respiratory muscles.
At level 3, I felt a significant improvement in my breathing efficiency and respiratory muscle strength. It allowed me to take deeper, more controlled breaths, which greatly reduced my breathlessness during physical activities like running. Moving to level 4 was challenging, as I experienced a sensation of choking and difficulty taking full breaths. This led me to return to level 3 to ensure I could maintain effective breathing.
Using the POWERbreathe has enhanced my ability to breathe deeply and efficiently, providing more oxygen with each breath. This has been especially beneficial during exercise. Stronger respiratory muscles have reduced my breathlessness and fatigue, allowing me to sustain higher levels of physical activity. Combined with Cordyceps supplementation, the POWERbreathe has significantly helped manage my Reactive Airways Dysfunction Syndrome (RADS). I experience less airway tightening and can breathe more comfortably.
An additional positive note is that I have been Symbicort-free for 31 days now, which is a significant milestone in managing my respiratory health without relying on medication. I had been on Symbicort since March 2019, maintaining 1 to 2 puffs twice a day with no signs of stopping until now. The POWERbreathe Plus IMT has been an invaluable tool in improving my respiratory health and overall physical performance. Its progressive resistance levels allow for gradual adaptation and continuous improvement. For anyone looking to enhance their respiratory muscle strength and manage conditions like RADS, I highly recommend giving POWERbreathe a try.
Vanessa Potter –
Thank you so much, Mark, for sharing your review and experience of using your POWERbreathe Plus IMT device to help manage Reactive Airways Dysfunction Syndrome symptoms. RADS is unfamiliar to us here at POWERbreathe, so you have enlightened us and given hope to others with RADS, for which we thank you. We are so happy to hear of how POWERbreathe IMT has helped you to breathe more comfortably and enabled you to enjoy a higher level of physical activity. You are a shining beacon to others, demonstrating that with regular use, you can improve your respiratory health. Thank you so much for getting in touch, Mark.
Turner Twins – Ross Turner –
This POWERbreathe was perfect for Mt Elbrus
The POWERbreathe allowed us to train in a way that was in-expensive, appropriate and the best in the market for mountaineering adventure (without actually training at altitude). It was easy enough to take travelling and use every day while allowing any level of cardiac fitness you wanted. This POWERbreathe was perfect for Mt Elbrus as the mountain had glacial rubble and ice – two very different terrains that affected the cardiac system in different ways. With more adventures coming that are not at altitude, we will carry on using the POWERbreathe as it is a great way to train the body in a very advantageous way so you can perform comfortably while working hard on expeditions.
Turner Twins – Ross Turner –
This POWERbreathe was perfect for Mt Elbrus
The POWERbreathe allowed us to train in a way that was in-expensive, appropriate and the best in the market for mountaineering adventure (without actually training at altitude). It was easy enough to take travelling and use every day while allowing any level of cardiac fitness you wanted. This POWERbreathe was perfect for Mt Elbrus as the mountain had glacial rubble and ice – two very different terrains that affected the cardiac system in different ways. With more adventures coming that are not at altitude, we will carry on using the POWERbreathe as it is a great way to train the body in a very advantageous way so you can perform comfortably while working hard on expeditions.