Normobaric Oxygen Prep for Performance

Benefits of Normobaric Oxygen Therapy in the Preparation Phase (Pre-Exercise)

Preparing an equine athlete with oxygen-enriched air at ambient pressure (OxygenConcept) maximizes physiological reserves and clears the respiratory tract prior to competition stress.

1. Optimal Hemoglobin Saturation & Cellular "Pre-Loading"

• Maximized Oxygen Reserves: Prior to an intense effort or course, inhaling air enriched to 90–95% O2 guarantees peak hemoglobin saturation and increases the fraction of dissolved oxygen within the blood plasma.

• Aerobic Metabolism Priming: The horse approaches exertion with fully charged cellular reserves, delaying the transition into anaerobic metabolism (the primary source of acidosis and early fatigue).

2. Opening & Cleansing of Deep Airways

• Pre-Competition Purification: Thanks to the combined action of negative ions, the inhaled air precipitates dust and microparticles accumulated in the stable or horsebox.

• Mucus Clearance: The bronchial tree is cleared and sanitized, providing the horse with an optimal alveolar exchange surface—essential for capturing maximum air volume from the very first strides of a gallop.

3. Stress Relief & Heart Rate Regulation

• Calm & Focus Before the Event: Oxygen therapy sessions promote nervous relaxation. The horse enters the arena calmer, preventing the excessive energy expenditure linked to transport or pre-competition stress.

• Cardiovascular Pre-Conditioning: The massive influx of oxygen stabilizes the resting heart rate prior to warm-up.

In Summary for Preparation:

Some normobaric oxygen therapy sessions before competition ensures a clean respiratory system, fully loaded cellular energy reserves, and a composed mind.