Respiratory muscle training (RMT) can help you lose weight. It can also lower blood pressure and improve heart health. This is especially true when you combine it with a weight loss program.
Obesity is one of the major public health problems around the globe. It leads to various diseases, including diabetes, sleeplessness, and high blood pressure. The “World Obesity Federation” reported the prevalence of obesity worldwide, claiming that more than one billion people had obesity in 2024.
Obesity negatively affects the heart and lung functions in people with obesity. This limits the lung capacity which is the main hurdle for exercises or even routine chores. [1]
Losing weight does not only revolve around just diet and exercise. Adding RMT to the daily routine can improve exercise stamina and assist you in dropping pounds. Perform RMT for a few minutes daily and see your body transforming naturally.
In this article, we will explore RMT and the science behind the association of RMT with your health journey. We will also cover how THE BREATHER might be the best partner along the way.
What is respiratory muscle training, is it a form of breathing?
Respiratory muscle training is a unique form of breathing where you forcefully inhale and exhale. This is an exercise for your breathing muscles, which makes them stronger. Training your breathing muscles strengthens your lungs and supports your heart and overall health.
For RMT, you do not need to go out or join a gym to train, it's a home gym for your lungs and you can do it while sitting comfortably. You just need to breathe in and breathe out through a specialized RMT device.
Why is RMT important in the weight reduction journey?
The role of RMT in the weight loss journey is well documented in the literature. Here, we discuss some important mechanisms through which RMT can help reduce weight:
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Increased exercise tolerance
RMT is a novel breathing exercise that strengthens your respiratory muscles, thereby increasing lung capacity and decreasing breathlessness. Ultimately, this improves your exercise tolerance and reduces fatigue, a crucial component of a successful fitness journey.
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Stress management
When you are stressed, your body releases cortisol in your bloodstream. Cortisol makes you feel hungry and also promotes fat storage, especially around your belly. RMT reduces stress and the weight gain that often comes with it.
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Enhancing metabolism
RMT can improve oxygen intake, which plays a key role in cellular metabolism. Elevated oxygen levels with RMT boost your resting metabolic rate. Consequently, you will burn calories even when you are not active.
Scientific evidence validating RMT in body transformation expedition
Recently, a novel study took place at the “Health Quotient Clinic, MN” including people with obesity. This study was recently published in the “Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism” journal. The participants in this study performed RMT for two months while adhering to a well-structured diet plan. They used THE BREATHER to perform respiratory muscle training.
After two months, participants lost about 15 pounds. They were also able to reduce their body fat percentage by 2.7%. Additionally, there was a decrease of 3″ in their waist circumference. [2]
What is the RMT protocol with THE BREATHER for the weight reduction journey?
You can add THE BREATHER into your daily routine as it produces no side effects. Start training with THE BREATHER and see your waist size and belly fat reduced. You can proceed with downloading The Breather Coach app and following the guidelines. To get perks of RMT similar to the participants in the research study, you need to do the following:
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Aim for 5 to 7 on the effort scale
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Perform 10 complete breathes (inhale and exhale) in each set
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1-minute break between sets of each session
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Total 2 sets in each session
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Just 2 sessions in a day
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For 6 days a week
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Perform this for 8 weeks
What are the other heart fitness benefits of RMT along with losing weight?
Other than assistance in your slimming journey, respiratory muscle training offers other health benefits for people with obesity. It also enhances heart health because it helps in lowering blood pressure.
The research mentioned above shows that RMT lowered blood pressure by 10 mmHg in people with obesity. Other than that they also experienced a decrease in cholesterol levels after 2 months of RMT.
Obesity is an important factor for poor heart health and hypertension is one of the leading risk factors. Lowering blood pressure in people with obesity reduces the risk of heart disease and improves quality of life.
This is scientific evidence showing that RMT with THE BREATHER can improve your heart health and physical health.
Is RMT alone sufficient for shedding pounds?
Respiratory muscle training directly impacts the breathing muscles and makes them stronger which ultimately makes your lungs stronger. The stronger breathing muscles improve your lung capacity, which enhances the oxygen supply in the body. This sufficient oxygen supply for exercise improves exercise capacity and reduces fatigue in people with obesity.
Therefore, RMT is one of the important contributors to the shaping-up journey. To get the most from RMT in getting lean, THE BREATHER is a valuable adjunct tool. You should also follow a well-managed diet.
Conclusions
THE BREATHER is the best partner for your journey to a healthy lifestyle. Respiratory muscle training with THE BREATHER can help drop pounds naturally in individuals with obesity. It also helps lower blood pressure and improves heart health when combined with a weight loss program.
For motivated people who want to live healthier by losing weight, THE BREATHER is a great and affordable device.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
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How does respiratory muscle training fit into a weight loss plan?
RMT strengthens your breathing muscles and improves stamina for exercise. It enables a person to burn extra calories. THE BREATHER is the top-ranked RMT device and the best choice for your shaping-up plan.
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What is the connection between RMT and blood pressure?
Generally, RMT improves breathing functions and lung capacities. It also helps modulate the heart functions and brings down the blood pressure reading to a normal range.
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Can anyone use THE BREATHER, or are there restrictions?
THE BREATHER produces no side effects and most people can benefit from RMT. However, individuals with specific health conditions or lung issues need to be watchful. They should consult their healthcare professional first and then start using it.
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How long will it take to see results from RMT?
Results from performing RMT can vary by individual. Most users claim improvements within a few weeks of using it. Specifically for the slimming journey, you may see results after 8 weeks of training.
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Can I use THE BREATHER if I’m not currently exercising?
Yes, you can use THE BREATHER, even if you are not performing any exercise yet. Using it daily can help improve your breathing strength and capacity. This may enhance your exercise capacity once you start it.
