Foundational Protocol (PDF)
Attached below, you can download the guidelines to use THE BREATHER. It can also be found by going to: https://thebreather.com/pages/start-training#breather-blue and scrolling down to "Important Downloads."
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How was the Training Protocol Developed?
The Breather’s training protocol was initially developed by its creator, Peggy Nicholson, through empirical testing to determine the most effective approach. The standard protocol—two sets of 10 breaths, twice daily—has been used for over 40 years ...
Device Dial Pressures
Device Dial Pressures for THE BREATHER can be downloaded in the attachments area below.
What are the differences between each of the devices?
The BREATHER (the blue and white device that you may have seen) is the original device. This device and the companion resources target adults and children with Respiratory Muscle Weakness. BREATHER FIT (black and orange device) generates higher ...
What pressure does each number on the breather represent?
The pressures generated by the specific settings of the Breather are flow dependent, and differ in healthy people/athletes/those with respiratory impairment. <br> Please, look below in the attachments for the typical pressure ranges:
What is the difference with this and the inspiratory muscle trainer?
The primary difference is that The Breather is both an inspiratory and expiratory muscle trainer. The combination of both IMT and EMT has been demonstrated to be more effective than just one alone. The Breather is also highly customizable. With 6 ...