You know the statistics. You don’t need to come to this site to read how many people smoke, how deadly it is to smoke, how costly it is to smoke, how important it is to quit no matter what your age, how on and on and on it is better not to smoke. You may not, however, know this. . At any given time, two-thirds of smokers say they’d gladly quit. But still smoke.

If you’ve tried and failed. . . try again with the Breather. The fact is that the average smoker makes three serious stabs at stopping before finally succeeding - and almost 10 percent of successful ex-smokers required a full six tries. But a failed attempt can still be valuable for you can learn from your slip. If you recognize that having one cigarette is a mistake, you can make the choice not to have that second one by reaching for the Breather.

The Breather is an integral part of the 4 Ds to prevent relapse. . .
Drink water. . .
Do something. . . go for a walk,snack on a carrot, jump up & down. . .
Discuss it. . .
Deep breathe. . . with the Breather.

Do I need to use the Breather with other smoking aids?
The Breather works well alone or as a compliment with any other plan - such as nicotine replacement products, Zyban pill, and/or a smoking cessation program.

When do I use the Breather?
Anytime you feel the desire to smoke, reach for the Breather instead of a cigarette. Inhale and exhale slowly and deeply (for complete therapeutic benefits as described below ) for at least one minute - long enough to decrease the craving for nicotine which also lasts approximately one to two minutes and in some cases - only 30 seconds. If the desire to light up again happens immediately or again in 5 minutes, use the Breather.

Can the Breather really satisfy my oral addiction to cigarettes?
Nicotine withdrawal from the physical addition can be very uncomfortable, but you can gradually decrease the number of cigarettes a day by replacing them with the Breather, quit cold turkey, or select nicotine replacement therapy and simply quit. However, there’s the other side to your smoking. ORAL ADDICTION. Puffing away when you’re nervous, holding a cigarette when you pick up the phone, enjoying a drink, feeling depressed, keeping you company, or rewarding you when you’ve accomplished a task. This is psychological addition which can undermine your desire to quit. The Breather not only gives you oral gratification but relaxes you as you inhale and exhale through varying degrees of resistance which you control.

How does the Breather work?
As you breathe in and out of the Breather, you can comfortably control varying degrees of resistances. These resistances slow down your breathing creating deep, rhythmical breaths associated with a feeling of calm. This is in contrast to rapid, upper chest breathing associated with stress, especially if you are craving a cigarette.

How is the Breather therapeutic?
As you breathe in and out of the Breather, it is exercise for the lungs and breathing muscles. Resistance to inhalation (breathing in) strengthens the diaphragm, the major muscle of breathing. Resistance to exhalation (breathing out) develops strength and tone in the
abdominal muscles. Note: See Breather study on Breather Sport site. Additionally, exhalation resistance helps clear the lungs of mucus associated with smoking. This therapeutic occurrence happens because the Breather’s exhalation resistance creates a positive pressure in the airways which helps to keep the airways open, making it easier to loosen and expectorate the phlegm.

When should I start using the Breather?
If possible, begin using the Breather before your last cigarette. You want to be comfortable with it, use to it, and know how it can relax you. Note: Some smoking cessation programs have their clients begin using the Breather a minimum of 4 times per day before they set their Quit Date.

What should I expect when using the Breather?
First, expect the Breather to help you quit. Then expect some physiological changes such as a reduced feeling of fatigue and a more relaxed mind and body typical with regular deep breathing exercises. Initially until your lungs are clear, you may also have increased coughing which is caused from mucus in the lungs due to irritation from cigarettes and pollution. Think of the Breather as rehab for your lungs as well as your mind.

What should I expect after the Breather has helped me become a non-smoker?
You may probably still desire an occasional cigarette. It may be in a stressful situation or simply when you’re relaxed, enjoying yourself. The fact is, you have broken a bad habit. Unfortunately, bad habits are easy; good habits are not so easy. There is nothing worse you can do than take a cigarette. One cigarette will not help you; it will only reinforce addiction. Reach for your Breather. It worked for you yesterday. . .

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