i have read a lot about this product and thought i will try it has increased my fitness greatly in the only a few weeks of using it. You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to figure out how to use the device, because Bas has done your homework for you. I discovered, however, that walking with device was the perfect way to work my lungs and heart rate while resting my joints. Whether you’re standing, sitting, or lying down, you can still exercise your lungs and diaphragm, with the Bas Rutten O2 Trainer.

I learned that night that Bas was interested in increasing a fighter’s lung capacity because, after Kimbo won the fight, the behemoth was laying stretched out on the mat with his chest heaving up and down like an elevator on Meth with Bas yelling “Get the Oxygen! My main sport for the last 35 years has been inline speed skating and for about 9 months of the year I'm skating about 50-60 miles per week. Second, the energy that I am experiencing throughout my day is significantly increased with use as well; definitely an increased skip in my step. You don’t want your fighter to go down with a shredded muscle because you increased the intensity or load on their bodies. r/bjj is for discussing BJJ training, techniques, news, competition, asking questions and getting advice.

Athletes and performers that depend on their lungs should be working out with Bas Rutten's O2 Trainer to increase endurance, stamina and performance! THE OFFICIAL BAS RUTTEN RESPIRATORY TRAINING DEVICE - Designed by Bas himself to increase inspiratory (inhalation) muscle endurance, the O2 Trainer is a lightweight device that regulates air intake and improves muscle oxygen efficiency during exercise. STRENGTHENS YOUR LUNGS AND DIAPHRAGM - The O2 Trainer supports a shift in your air intake to your diaphragm. Whether you’re a professional athlete or just someone looking to get in better shape, the Oxygen (O2) Trainer will help you perform at your best. Whether you're aiming for peak athletic performance or simply seeking a healthier lifestyle, the O2 Trainer is your trusted partner on your journey to better breathing and improved well-being.

I used the higher settings with smaller holes when I was doing long distance work at a lower pulse rate. Other than that, it seems like a great product and the fact it comes with a bunch of adjustable air holes is a great addition. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Versatile Training: Perfect for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and individuals seeking enhanced respiratory performance.I crossed paths with Pancrase and UFC Champion Bas Rutten a few years back when he was cornering for epic brawler Kimbo Slice.

Also, the forceful exhalation of air makes you do hundreds of diaphragm/stomach flexes and mimics the contractions at the end of a strike. A fifth degree jiu-jitsu black belt, instructor in four other martial arts and Federal Law Enforcement Training Centre certified police defensive tactics instructor-trainer. Though the 02lungTrainer cannot replicate the thin air of a high altitude setting, it will make you suck in oxygen like you are working out somewhere in the clouds. Whether you're running, weight lifting, or rock climbing, the O2 Trainer will train your lungs and body to perform at a high level, using less oxygen and increase your lung volume. Start with the 13MM screen and as endurance increases, decrease the size of the insert - it's that easy!

I own several other "lung trainers" but the biggest problem I have with them is the adjustments and the bulk of the units themselves. If that wasn’t enough, when you are really trying to suck some air in your chest expands and pulls your shoulders up and back.