Breathe your way to bigger lifts? study tests breathing Warm-Up for bodybuilders
NCT ID NCT07390149
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether warming up the breathing muscles (using a special device) could improve strength in 27 male natural bodybuilders. Half did a breathing warm-up plus their usual warm-up; the other half only did the usual warm-up. Researchers measured how much weight they could lift once and how well their lungs worked. The goal was to see if this simple addition could boost performance.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
inspiratory muscle warm-up (breathing exercise device)
What this could lead to
If effective, this breathing warm-up could help athletes improve strength and exercise efficiency without extra equipment or drugs.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study in 27 male bodybuilders. Results may not apply to other athletes or the general public. The effect on long-term performance is unknown.
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Locations
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Gumushane Univetsity
Gümüşhane, Gümüşhane Province, (542) 442-7444, Turkey (Türkiye)