You train your legs, arms and core. Breathing training works the muscles that power every breath: the diaphragm, the muscles between your ribs and the muscles in your neck and abdomen. Like any muscle, they get stronger with the right resistance, in about 10 minutes a day.
Sports performance
During hard efforts your breathing muscles compete with your legs and arms for oxygen-rich blood. When they tire, everything else feels harder. Stronger breathing muscles help you hold pace for longer.
- Endurance: stronger breathing muscles let you take in more air with each breath, so you can keep working longer before breathlessness sets in
- Recovery: more efficient breathing helps you settle faster between sets, sprints and intervals
- Focus: controlled breathing supports posture, core engagement and a clear head under pressure
- No extra gym time: 5 to 10 minutes a day, sitting down, on top of your normal training
Sustain power on long climbs and hold your effort in the final kilometres.
Breathe more comfortably at threshold pace and finish stronger.
Better breath control between strokes and on longer sets.
Recover faster between efforts in the gym, on the field or on the court.
Well-being
Breathing training isn't just for athletes. Slow, controlled breathing is one of the simplest ways to help your body shift out of "fight or flight" and into a calmer state.
- Feel calmer: guided slow-breathing sessions help you unwind after a busy day
- Wind down for sleep: a short breathing routine before bed can help you relax
- Fewer breathless moments: stairs, hills and everyday activity can feel easier as your breathing muscles strengthen
- Build a habit: the app tracks your streak so 10 minutes a day sticks
Which trainer is right for you?
Airofit is a fitness training device, not a medical device, and is not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. If you have a heart or lung condition, check with your GP or physiotherapist before you start. Airofit Australia is run by MeWellness.