Breather Fit

Pros:Very effective—improves breathing strengthSolid quality and durable buildTwo mouthpieces includedNo setup required, very easy to usePortable and practical fitness toolCons:Pricey compared to alternativesOverall, a totally effective tool for anyone wanting to improve respiratory performance.I’ve tried different breathing devices before, but this one is hands-down my favorite. It’s completely effective and totally functional—I’ve already noticed a real difference in my breathing strength. The resistance is strong, and the quality of the device itself feels solid.It comes with two mouthpieces, which is a big plus. I thought I’d prefer the smaller one, but I actually didn’t, so I was glad to have the second option. Super easy to use, no setup required—just pick it up and go.Now, I wouldn’t call it the best value for the money because it’s not cheap, but it is worth the price if you’re serious about improving your breathing strength. (I am not an athlete, just getting started at the gym)

I love this simple yet powerful little device. I'm 42 and have been training in Taekwondo and other activities, such as running, gym and general life, and I noticed I was gasping out much quicker than I wanted. I bought this, and I've noticed a beneficial change in just one week of using it.I've also noticed it changes my headspace, producing a very calm and steady state of mind after just 5-10 minutes of use. I think everyone should have one of these in their life, as it will help not only their cardio and lung performance but also their mental and emotional health. At this low price point, I can't recommend it more highly.

I'm a speech language pathologist who has used expiratory muscle strength training with some of my patients with swallowing disorders. When I heard about the Breather Fit during a continuing education unit (the presenter wasn't affiliated with the company and discusssed a variety of products from various manufacturers), I was curious and decided to check it out since I am also a recreational runner.The breather fit is both an IMST (inspiratory muscle strength) and an EMST (expiratory muscle strength) devuce. I found that the research on respiratory muscle strength training for athletes primarily focuses on inspiratory muscle strength and has generally found modest improvements in various areas including performance, although the research is far less compelling than the use of EMST in swallowing.I was still curious, so I purchased a Breather Fit, and I've been following the protocol for 2 weeks, since March 10th.Above, I have attached my Garmin watch's estimate of my VO2 max. Watches are not particularly good at calculating a precise VO2 max, so take the above with a grain of salt. You will see that coming off a long winter of dealing with snow, ice, and an injury, I had lost some fitness. Starting within days of when I began using the Breather Fit I regained it and then some. It should also be noted that I started training harder at that time as well, so it's impossible to say how much of the gains were due to the breather fit vs. training. I will say that my estimated VO2 max is higher than it was even at peak training a couple years ago, and I am noticing less perceived exertion at a given pace.Now for the product itself. It does work as advertised for me, although as others have mentioned it feels a little bit cheap in the hand. My main concern is that the protocol specifies that you should be working at a seven or eight out of 10 exertion level. After 2 weeks, even with the Breather Fit on the settings to provide the most resistance, it's too easy unless I cup my hand around the intake and output ports to provide additional resistance. For reference, I'm a woman in my late 30s, living and training at 5,000 ft.The app leaves a lot to be desired. It does a decent job of walking you through your daily exercises by telling you when to breathe in and breathe out and timing your 1 minute rest break between sets. However, for the first time in my life I have actually sort of wanted some notifications; it doesn't have the ability to remind you to do your exercises, although it can email you if you miss a few days. The protocol also specifies that you should not use the breather fit on days that you compete or have a hard work out, but there's no way to tell it that you're skipping a day for that reason, which is annoying if like me you enjoy seeing a perfect streak. As you can see in the screenshot above, the handy little infographic showing you how many tasks you've completed and how many breaths you've taken doesn't work, as I've done all of my sets for today but it's still saying zero. Contrary to some of the older reviews, however, there is an Android app.All in all, I would say that this product is worth checking out if you're an athlete looking for that extra little edge or just easier-feeling workouts It's not a miracle device (don't look for me in the 2024 Summer Olympics), but it may be that boost you need if you want to eek out a PR this year.

I recently tried The Breather Fit Respiratory Lung Trainer, and it's been a game-changer for my breathing and overall fitness. The device is simple to use and helps strengthen respiratory muscles, improving lung capacity and endurance. I’ve noticed a significant difference in my stamina during workouts and even in my daily activities. It’s compact and portable, making it easy to incorporate into my routine. If you’re looking to improve your breathing or boost your athletic performance, I highly recommend giving it a try!

I went from 30 seconds to 100 seconds on my Max Breath Test in 3 months with daily use. The app is great and it coaches you through the breathing. You just have to do it!

The product is a simple piece of plastic that probably costs no more than $3 to manufacture. Having said that, it works well for its purpose. I assume part of the mark up is for the app, which I absolutely hate. I use it to time the inhales and exhales but all the other functions are terribly designed and quite annoying. Zero room for flexibility. You’re forced to watch videos before you practice and the questionnaires seem pretty useless as it does not make any difference in the program. They should’ve made it simple like the product itself