The condition of your breathing muscles influences how well you can breathe. For people that are unfit or suffering from conditions such as COPD and asthma, breathing requires more effort and energy. Carrying out breathing training decreases this effort and reduces your demand for oxygen during exercise.
Strengthen your diaphragm- Breathing training with the POWERbreathe Plus Light 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.
Ideal for those that are inactive- Training the diaphragm with the POWERbreathe Plus Light Resistance benefits everyone. Whether you’re fit or unfit, have a medical condition or not. This light resistance model is best suited to people that are new to breathing training, are not active, or have breathing problems. Check the ‘Which Resistance?’ tab for more guidance.
11 adjustable levels- The POWERbreathe Plus Light Resistance has 11 adjustable levels. The levels refer to the amount of resistance you will feel on your in-breath. The range between each training level is quite small, making it more manageable to advance to the next resistance when you’re comfortable.
This ‘load’ training is similar to weightlifting, and this ‘light resistance’ device provides a level of load setting (weight lifted) in increments of 8cmH2O, from 17cmH2O to 98cmH2O.
As you become stronger and fitter, the resistance may stop challenging you. At this point, it’s time to increase the resistance. When you can cope with the highest level of resistance, move onto the POWERbreathe Plus Medium Resistance device to continue strengthening your diaphragm.
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.
Kevin –
I’ve had asthma my entire life and been a competitive cyclist most of my adult life. I started using a powerbreathe green about 6 weeks ago on level 2 in hopes of getting away from using an inhaler so often. I probably increase the setting about once a week. I’ve noticed a huge improvement in 6 weeks with about 90% compliance to the program. I occasionally try easier and harder settings to see if there is a difference in exertion and its noticeably easier. I haven’t had to refill my inhaler Rx so on top of improved quality of life I’m saving money on co-pays. In a few more weeks I’ll graduate to a Blue/ medium PB. It’s improved my breathing so much that I have had to relearn pacing on climbs because the perceived exertion is lower at a given intensity.
Danny –
hi i started using breatheasy level one on 0 after 2 weeks im on number 2 are my lungs getting stronger thanks danny my son bought it as i have copd
Danny –
hi i started using breatheasy level one on 0 after 2 weeks im on number 2 are my lungs getting stronger thanks danny my son bought it as i have copd
Lou –
I am a very heavy smoker and COPD patient. I started training on the POWERbreathe Plus LR on level 0 but now, one year later, I’ve reached level 9. I’ve noticed the difference during exercise. Even the pulmonary nurse finds a noticeable difference. It’s an amazing and simple thing. It’s worth the money and gives me a better quality of life despite my bad habit. I use it only in the morning, so once a day for a few minutes only.
Lou –
I am a very heavy smoker and COPD patient. I started training on the POWERbreathe Plus LR on level 0 but now, one year later, I’ve reached level 9. I’ve noticed the difference during exercise. Even the pulmonary nurse finds a noticeable difference. It’s an amazing and simple thing. It’s worth the money and gives me a better quality of life despite my bad habit. I use it only in the morning, so once a day for a few minutes only.