West Ham are training aces to breathe better with innovative machine which boosts lung function
WEST Ham are training star players how to breathe better through an innovative machine which boosts lung function.
Hammers aces like Jarrod Bowen and Lucas Paqueta are enhancing their endurance by using the gadget WellO2.
It helps them in Prem matches by combining resistance breathing with warm steam to strengthen muscles and moisten airways.
A hi- tech mouthpiece which connects to a phone allows analysts to track performance to ensure athletes complete up to 60 breaths a minute.
Richard Collinge, Director of Performance at West Ham United – whose fans sing I'm Forever Blowing Bubbles - said: 'This has been a valuable addition to our performance toolkit.
'The WellO2 breathing device has become a go-to adjunct for players, helping clear airways and supporting their recovery.'
The device, developed by Finnish entrepreneur Aulis Kärkkäinen, is sold online in the UK for £239 by Well Pharmacy.
Jamal Butt, of WellO2, said: 'Our simple yet powerful device is designed to support better breathing for everyone.
'We are excited that it is now available to more people in the UK than ever before.'
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