By using Buteyko’s Method athletes can deliberately enhance the flow of blood and consequently oxygen to muscles.

Also, because carbon dioxide in the blood controls the pH (acid-alkali) balance and converts to carbonic acid to prevent respiratory alkalosis, a deficiency will cause the production of lactic acid as a compensation. It is the hydrogen ion balance connected to the lactic acid production which makes the muscles tired and sore, preventing athletes from training hard and giving top performance. By using the Buteyko Method, athletes can reverse or at least limit this problem. The effects of the above should be clear - less strain on the heart, more oxygen to muscles and the elimination of the enemy for all athletes - sore muscles from lactic acid build up.

The most noticeable improvements are within the measurable parameters of strength, endurance, lowered heart rate and faster recovery.

Some athlete advocates include: Caren Clonda - World Junior Squash Champion , Craig Riddington - Ironman Champion , Raymon Anderson - Olympic medalist, and former New Zealand All Blacks footballer, Con Barrell.

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