New Year, New Breathing Habits
The New Year is the time when people start thinking about fresh starts. This usually includes resolutions for improving fitness and health by exercising more and eating healthier. But have you thought about improving your breathing habits? If not, then you’re missing a trick, because better breathing can improve both your fitness and your health. […]
High Blood Pressure and Dementia – A New Link
You’re likely aware of how high blood pressure can affect your cardiovascular system, such as increasing your risk of stroke. But are you aware that it can be a risk factor for dementia, too? Research highlighted in New Scientist (2025) discusses this connection and how lowering blood pressure can reduce the risk of dementia and […]
Heart Disease And The Surprising Benefits of Training Your Breathing Muscles
As your heart beats it sends blood, rich with oxygen, throughout your body. This oxygen-rich blood nourishes your heart and other muscles and organs. This process however becomes more difficult if you have heart disease, because this oxygen-rich blood flow to your heart reduces. This results in extreme tiredness and shortness of breath, making even […]
How to Prevent a Stroke by Reducing Your Risk
Every year, Stroke Prevention Day reminds us to pay more attention to protecting ourselves against stroke. This year’s focus is on high blood pressure because it is the leading factor behind a stroke. But the good news is that there are practical steps you can take to reduce your risk. This blog investigates how to […]
Lower Blood Pressure Naturally with POWERbreathe IMST Device
Are you looking for a way to lower blood pressure naturally? High blood pressure is a serious health concern affecting millions of people worldwide. While medications are commonly prescribed to manage this condition, there is growing interest in natural remedies that can help achieve the same results. One such promising method is Inspiratory Muscle Strength […]
Natural Ways To Lower Blood Pressure Quickly
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a prevalent and concerning health issue affecting 46.7% of U.S. adults. While medication is often prescribed to manage blood pressure, research reveals a natural way to lower blood pressure quickly: Inspiratory Muscle Strength Training (IMST). Studies conducted at the University of Colorado indicate that this innovative approach not only […]
How Asthma Affects The Respiratory System
Asthma is a long-term breathing condition that affects your airways. Your airways are the small tubes that transport air in and out of your lungs. When these tubes encounter irritants, they become inflamed, causing them to narrow, which impacts breathing. This is how asthma affects the respiratory system. It’s for this reason that people with asthma […]
Breathing Properly for Physical Wellbeing
Breathing properly is essential for maintaining optimal health and well-being. However, improper breathing habits can develop over time due to health and medical conditions, stress, poor posture, or other factors. Consequently, perfecting your breathing technique can improve your overall health, reduce stress, and enhance your physical performance. 5 Ways To Improve Your Breathing with James […]
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Breathing Exercises
Pulmonary rehabilitation breathing exercises are often offered to individuals with a chronic lung condition, such as COPD. One such exercise is pursed lip breathing, the intention of which is to keep the airways open for longer. This helps to control oxygenation (moving oxygen into the lungs) and ventilation (moving carbon dioxide out of the lungs). […]
Improve Lung Health
Improving your lung health is promoted annually on World Lung Day and other national days, such as Love Your Lungs Week in the UK, encouraging you to look after your lung health. World Lung Day is an awareness day, organized by FIRS (Forum of International Respiratory Societies), for promoting better lung health, globally. The reason this is […]
What Is Expiratory Muscle Strength Training?
Expiratory Muscle Strength Training (EMST), along with Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT), is an element of Respiratory Muscle Training (RMT). Respiratory Muscle Training is a treatment that uses both these therapies to help you enhance your breathing muscle function. This may be to improve your health, relieve symptoms of a medical condition, improve general physical and […]
Respiratory Rate – The Neglected Vital Sign
According to research, many hospitals do not take a record our respiratory rate, yet they do for other vital signs. This is significant because there is evidence that an abnormal respiratory rate “is the most significant predictor of critical illness”. The importance of your respiratory rate Birmingham City Hospital confirms in research that respiratory rate is […]
WHO Recognises use of POWERbreathe IMT in COVID Recovery
World Health Organisation As the directing and coordinating authority on international health within the United Nations, the World Health Organisation (WHO) is offering guidance on the clinical management of the COVID-19 pandemic. One recommendation for COVID recovery includes increasing exercise and fitness with Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT), such as POWERbreathe The WHO’s COVID recovery management […]
How to get rid of phlegm in throat & lungs naturally
Are phlegm and mucus the same thing? You will usually find phlegm in the back of the throat or in the lungs. It is produced by the lower airways. Mucus on the other hand will normally be found in the mucous membranes inside the nose. It acts like a filter protecting your lungs as you inhale. To clear […]
Breathing for focus using the 4-4-8 breathing technique
The 4-4-8 breathing technique is a basic breathing technique which is designed to help you relax and focus. This technique is great if you feel stressed or tense. Using this technique will help you get rid of the tension so you can focus on what you need to do. No matter what your goal is, […]
POWERbreathe Medic Evidence-Based IMT
Inspiratory muscle weakness is inherent in various patient groups but is most common in COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Heart Failure and Neuromuscular disease. Weakness of the inspiratory muscles can result from a number of causes, including disease. Difficulty breathing is a sign of inspiratory weakness, and a major sign of serious disease of the […]
