75
Participants
Start Date
June 17, 2024
Primary Completion Date
September 30, 2025
Study Completion Date
December 31, 2025
Hypoxic breathwork plus music and messaging
Hypoxic breathwork consists of about 5 min of rhythmic breathing in a 4-in/4-out pattern followed by a breath hold on the exhale for about 1-2 min. This is repeated 1-2 times with increasing breath rate up to 2-in/2-out. The audio track also includes dynamic music that accompanies the different stages as well as positive messaging encouraging self-determination.
Hypoxic breathwork only
Hypoxic breathwork consists of about 5 min of rhythmic breathing in a 4-in/4-out pattern followed by a breath hold on the exhale for about 1-2 min. This is repeated 1-2 times with increasing breath rate up to 2-in/2-out. Other than breathing instructions and pacing, the audio track is silent.
Music and messaging meditation
Music and messaging meditation consists of dynamic music that is engaging and aids focus, as well as positive messaging encouraging self-determination.
RECRUITING
UC San Diego, La Jolla
University of California, San Diego
OTHER