Exercise with Oxygen Therapy (EWOT) is a form of hyperoxic training where individuals breathe high levels of oxygen while exercising. It is used to improve athletic performance, enhance overall health and wellbeing, and can benefit a wide range of people, including athletes, those with chronic health conditions, and individuals looking to reduce stress and anxiety.
How Does It Work?
EWOT works by increasing the amount of oxygen in the body during physical activity. When we exercise, our bodies require more oxygen to fuel our muscles and keep us going. By breathing in higher levels of oxygen during exercise, we increase the amount of oxygen available to our cells. This can lead to improved athletic performance, increased energy levels, and better overall health. Additionally, the increased oxygen can help to reduce inflammation and promote healing in the body. This makes it a popular therapy for individuals with chronic health conditions.
Who can benefit from Exercise with Oxygen Therapy?
Oxygen is life. EWOT is beneficial for a wide range of individuals, including athletes seeking performance improvement and faster recovery, those dealing with chronic conditions such as long-COVID or inflammatory disorders, individuals aiming to reduce stress and anxiety, and those interested in preventive health measures to avoid chronic ailments.
The Basic Science of Exercise with Oxygen Therapy (EWOT)
EWOT, originated from Manfred von Ardenne’s 1960s research, initially termed “Oxygen Multistep Therapy.” Knowing the normal aging process can cause capillaries to swell and restrict the supply of oxygen to downstream tissues, he theorized that breathing supplemental oxygen during exercise would enhance microcirculation and oxygen absorption similar to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), leading to anti-inflammatory effects and better oxygenation of body tissues. Remarkably, microcirculation can be restored for weeks even after one 15 minute EWOT session.
EWOT vs. Hyperbaric Oxygen
Utilizing the synergy of oxygen and exercise, EWOT is the fastest way to increase oxygen circulation throughout your body with only a 15 minute session. HBOT is passive, and utilizes pressure to drive oxygen into the tissues over a 60-90 minute
