Resistance Cell Sets Instructions

As you know, having the correct range of resistance is important and the resistance cells you purchased allow you even greater flexibility with your PowerLung if:

 

  • The PowerLung model you purchased is too strong for you now, use the lower resistance Resistance Cells now and still have a range you can use as you improve;
  • If the PowerLung model you purchased is too weak for you now, use the higher resistance Resistance Cells now and still have a range you can use for training flexibility; or
  • If your PowerLung model is right for you but you want the additional flexibility of lower resistance Resistance Cells so you can add activity specific routines to your training.

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Inhale Resistance Cell
Parts Overview

Exhale Resistance Cell
Parts Overview

Removing the Inhale Resistance Cell

1. Remove the new resistance cell from the recloseable bag.
2. Hold the PowerLung with the Mouthpiece facing up and the Inhale Resistance Cell facing down.
3. Turn the Inhale Resistance Cell slowly and gently in a counterclockwise direction. When the Inhale Resistance Cell decreases beyond “1″, it will detach from the Inhale Chamber of your PowerLung.
4. Place this Resistance Cell you have removed into the reclosable bag for safe, clean storage.

Removing the Exhale Resistance Cell

1. Remove the new resistance cell from the recloseable bag.
2. Hold the PowerLung in a horizontal position with the Exhale Resistance Cell facing down.
3. Turn the Exhale Resistance Cell slowly and gently in a counterclockwise direction. When the Exhale Resistance Cell decreases beyond “1″, it will detach from the PowerLung.
4. Place this Resistance Cell you have removed into the reclosable bag for safe clean storage.

Attach the Inhale Resistance Cell

1. Take the Inhale Spring and place it inside of the Inhale Cap so that it rests around the center of the inside of the Inhale Cap.
2. Holding your PowerLung in a vertical position with the Mouthpiece facing up and the empty Inhale Chamber is facing down, take the Inhale Resistance Cell and slide it into the Inhale Chamber of the PowerLung.
3. Push the Inhale Resistance Cell deep into the Inhale Chamber while turning it clockwise. The Inhale Resistance Cell will attach to the Inhale Valve Stem after a few turns.
4. Replace the Exhale Resistance Cell.

Attach the Exhale Resistance Cell

1. Take the Exhale Spring and place it inside of the Exhale Cap so that it rests around the center of the inside of the cap.
2. Place the Exhale Valve inside the Exhale Spring where the stem of the Exhale Valve goes down the inside of the Exhale Spring and the Exhale Valve head rests on top of the Exhale Spring (see above diagram).
3. Hold your PowerLung in a horizontal position with the empty Exhale chamber facing down and bring the Exhale Resistance Cell to the Exhale chamber by coming underneath the PowerLung.
4. Turn the Exhale Resistance Cell clockwise so that it attaches to the Exhale chamber.
5. Replace the Inhale Resistance Cell.

Which Model is Best For You?

PowerLung AireStream

Choose This Model If

  • You are not active but want to reduce or eliminate shallow breathing.
  • You are just beginning to be moderately active but may not yet participate in athletics or a formal exercise program.
  • Your breathing is very shallow, and you want to train yourself for good deep breathing.
  • You want to improve your breathing technique for your singing or playing a musical instrument.
  • You are in a wellness, rehabilitation, recovery, yoga, or exercise program.
  • You are a student of a low-pressure musical instrument.

Light Activity, Good Health

The AireStream helps you learn to breathe deeply and makes breathing easier to enjoy daily activities. The AireStream is excellent for making healthy lifestyle changes, and for people who may be involved in light daily activities but may not be involved in athletics or exercise programs.

To Improve Breathing Technique

Performing artists, amateur and professional alike can use the AireStream to improve breathing techniques and breath control.

    PowerLung BreatheAir

    Fitness & Active Lifestyles

    Breath Control & Endurance

    People who find the BreatheAir optimal are moderately active and exercise at least 2 to 3 days per week. They prefer regular low intensity activities like walking, fitness swimming or low- intensity styles of Yoga, Pilates or martial arts.

    Performing artists will use a BreatheAir to condition or improve breath control and muscle memory.

    Choose This Model If

    • You are moderately active, working out 2-3 days a week
    • You walk or swim for fitness regularly
    • You practice Yoga, Pilates or martial arts
    • You want to change to deep breathing from shallow breathing
    • You want stronger vocal resonance, projection and breath control
    • You are a student musician and want to learn good breathing form and support for your sound
    • You prefer to train for a more open breath for your instrument
    • You regularly play a low pressure instrument

    PowerLung Trainer

    Training & Exercise Activities

    Advanced Performers

    The Trainer model is the most appropriate for those who are looking to improve performance in sports or other rigorous activity. The Trainer is excellent for the advanced student or amateur athlete to help them in their competition and recovery. If you have been exercising for many years but find it harder as you have aged, the Trainer helps you restore some of the muscle tone and breathing ability. Resistance training in this model is the highest level of resistance in breathing training for most people.

    Advanced or professional performing artists specializing in high pressure instruments or professional singers with high lung volume will improve endurance and breath-control.

    Choose This Model If

    • You are in good physical and aerobic condition and desire to improve your performance
    • You exercise or train for running, cycling or sports at high intensity almost daily
    • You want to train in your Target Heart Rate Zone for longer and train easier at high intensity
    • You want to train breath management for better sports or music performance
    • You are a professional or advanced musician who wants to play, sing or perform more relaxed for longer periods of time
    • You play a high-pressure instrument but don’t always have time to warm up before or between performances

    PowerLung Sport

    Elite Athletes

    Top Performance

    The Sport Model offers the highest levels of resistance available in a PowerLung. If you are an advanced athlete or in a physically challenging job and already perform at the highest levels, but you want to improve or extend breath control or muscle tone, the Sport will be a value-add to your training regimen.
    NOTE:
    The resistance controls on the Sport do not adjust lower to include the resistance of any other models.

    If music is your primary reason for using a PowerLung most music teachers do not recommend the Sport model due to its high range of resistance.

    Choose This Model If

    • You are in excellent physical and aerobic condition.
    • You would consider yourself an elite athlete on the conditioning level of someone in Navy SEALs, Special Ops or SOCOM community.
    • You want to assure every breath gives you the most your body can give.
    • You want to perfect managing your breathing to improve your performance for racing or performing well in your job.

    This model is not meant for the casual user or even those who activity is moderate to high.