I want the program that the military devised for pilots and astronauts in training, to develop maximum lung capacity. It's a step by step procedure, organized as only the military can do it, and my uncle credited it with getting him back on his feet quickly after a bad bout with pneumonia. Another family member needs it now. I've tried to find it on line, but there is so much stuff out there that I don't know where to start first!
Does anyone remember the Air Force Breathing Exercises? Are they still being used? Please help me to find them if you can. They are badly needed. If you just remember a name or book title please post it! Thank you.
2006-06-21 17:41:27 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
I served in the USAF from 1994-1998. I wasn't a pilot, I was a poor little enlisted scrub. But, I know that that the AF suggests weight training, with cardio, endurance activities. Now, I think your question revelovles around the positive pressure breathing technique? That would be rapid inhalation, followed by rapid exhalation while tensing all the major muscle groups. Now, most pilots do the 1-2 hour of pre-breathing of pure 100% oxygen. Personally, I think you should look into yoga.
2006-06-21 18:19:49 · answer #1 · answered by adjoadjo 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you don't get suitable answer here try
http://www.military.com
you will need to register to post.
Don't worry about profile and you don't need to be military.
got to the forums after you get registered.
The busiest are "hot topics and current events" and "point counterpoint".
A lot of Retired and active duty military on those boards.
You will definitely get authoritative answer there.
response might not be as quick as yahoo answers.
2006-06-22 00:48:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should contact the air force online or mabye military.com they should be able to give you advice.
2006-06-22 00:46:21 · answer #3 · answered by native 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋