Archive for 2011

2011 Holiday Schedule and Shipping Notice

The holidays are right around the corner and the time for everyone to be very busy from shoppers and shippers. Because of the increase in sales and shipments with carriers, expect an additional one (1) to two (2) business days for order process and shipping. The holidays also mean time for staff to spend time [...]

Why does my PowerLung model make a fluttering sound when I exhale? Does this negatively affect my training?

The fluttering sound you hear when you exhale is not a defect in your PowerLung model and it has no impact at all on the efficiency of the product or your training. That sound is simply the sound of the air around the valve. Typically this sound occurs when you are exhaling and as the [...]

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I’ve been using my PowerLung model regularly but was involved in an accident and training with my current PowerLung model is too difficult. Any suggestions?

You may want to purchase a Resistance Cells Set for a lower resistance model of PowerLung. Deep breathing is very good for your health in general and you are bringing in more oxygen to your system. As with any exercise when you use your PowerLung, certain chemicals are released by your body which can improve [...]

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I’ve heard there are people who use their PowerLung model while they are training or working out but I don’t see any information on how to do that. Can I use my current PowerLung model for that?

It is very important to begin using your PowerLung model just as you would if you were starting any progressive threshold resistance strength training program. First you start at a level that challenges you and as your muscles adapt to the exercise and the workload, you increase the amount of resistance to increase the workload. [...]

I’ve used my PowerLung model regularly and just don’t feel like I’m getting any resistance from it even at the maximum settings. Do I need to buy a different PowerLung model?

No you don’t. You can purchase the PowerLung Resistance Cells Set for the model with the next resistance level above your current model. Remember to keep your current Resistance Cells Set because you can still use them, too. Use your new, higher level Resistance Cells Set for your strength or power training program. Use your [...]

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I used my PowerLung model regularly then stopped for a while and now it seems too difficult. Is there something wrong with it?

Typically there is nothing wrong with your PowerLung model. The first thing you should do is wash your PowerLung model following the instructions in the PowerLung User Instructions. If it is still too difficult, it is possible that when you were not using PowerLung model you may also have decreased your other activities and simply [...]

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My PowerLung model does not seem to work because I can’t get any air through it.

When a new or existing PowerLung model is too difficult to use or you think there may be a problem with it because you cannot get any air through it, this is generally the result of choosing a PowerLung that is too difficult for your current level of breathing. For example, if you purchased a [...]

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I purchased a PowerLung Sport model but it is too difficult for me. What can I do?

When a new or existing PowerLung model is too difficult to use or you think there may be a problem with it because you cannot get any air through it, this is generally the result of choosing a PowerLung that is too difficult for your current level of breathing. For example, if you purchased a [...]

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Why do I need a Resistance Cells Set?

With the PowerLung Resistance Cell Sets, you now have the flexibility to change the resistance level of any PowerLung model at any time you want! If you have purchased a PowerLung model and are receiving the benefits you expected from the model you purchased then there would be no necessity for you to purchase a [...]

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What is a Resistance Cells Set?

A Resistance Cell Set is a pair of resistance controls that give you the resistance level for Inhale and Exhale from a specific PowerLung model. Each PowerLung model has a different set of resistance cells to provide a specific range of training. The resistance cells on each model of PowerLung are unique to that model. [...]

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