So far so good
Love the vibe. Love the instructors.
Looks Good So Far with One Caveat
I have been interested in breath work to improve my athletic performance for a while now. Most of the apps I’ve seen are little more than glorified meditation apps with maybe an exercise or two to increase endurance buried somewhere behind a bunch of menus.
I saw an ad for FivePointFive declaring it is a breath work app for athletes and I had to try it. So far, the breathing exercises I’ve done are unlike any of the ones I’ve seen in other apps and I am cautiously optimistic that they will help improve my performance. I also like that it built a personalized 90-day plan for me…I find it much easier to stick with something long term when I have a plan.
I do have one significant concern that prevents me from giving the app a perfect 5 stars though. The performance section which displays all of your data and progress only works if you have an Apple Watch. One of the major selling points of this app is that it uses your wearable to provide feedback. There is a workaround where you can broadcast your heart rate from your Garmin or other smartwatch and an AI coach will give you feedback on the class you just completed, but there is no way to view consolidated data along with long term trends. Garmin support is supposedly coming soon and I’ll be happy to amend my rating when that happens.
I saw an ad for FivePointFive declaring it is a breath work app for athletes and I had to try it. So far, the breathing exercises I’ve done are unlike any of the ones I’ve seen in other apps and I am cautiously optimistic that they will help improve my performance. I also like that it built a personalized 90-day plan for me…I find it much easier to stick with something long term when I have a plan.
I do have one significant concern that prevents me from giving the app a perfect 5 stars though. The performance section which displays all of your data and progress only works if you have an Apple Watch. One of the major selling points of this app is that it uses your wearable to provide feedback. There is a workaround where you can broadcast your heart rate from your Garmin or other smartwatch and an AI coach will give you feedback on the class you just completed, but there is no way to view consolidated data along with long term trends. Garmin support is supposedly coming soon and I’ll be happy to amend my rating when that happens.
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One star
Why would you ask for a review before I’ve even been able to download the app.
Makes breathing fun!
I had been struggling with breathing during SLOW jogging and this app has helped with structured exercises after reading the books Breath and Oxygen Advantage. Thought I would just take some classes and then practice on my own - but the animations, haptics, coaches, and progress tracker make it well worth the subscription!
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Garbage app
Garbage app by garbage company. Asking that many questions while implying its free, but having to sign up for a subscription is a scam business model too bad it works enough times people still use it. Did not subscribe deleted app
Excellent!
I rarely take the time to review apps, but this is one that deserves it! I’ve always had a bit of a weakness when it comes to breathing. Running was off the cards for a long time and I found other breath work formats boring.
This is so far from that! The plan and classes set out for you are great! Perfect length of time, great coaches and I’ve noticed a massive difference.
This is one app that I would highly recommend. Genuinely feel it’s made a difference in my sporting ability! Thank you 🙏🏼
This is so far from that! The plan and classes set out for you are great! Perfect length of time, great coaches and I’ve noticed a massive difference.
This is one app that I would highly recommend. Genuinely feel it’s made a difference in my sporting ability! Thank you 🙏🏼
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One month in beginner
I’ve really enjoyed the quick breathing exercises to calm down, warm up, and fall asleep. I haven’t noticed a lower heart rate in workouts yet, but I know that’s affected by different factors and I’ve only been using the app for a month.
The breath work app I needed
As a 60 year-old woman, I didn’t think this app was for me the first time I saw the ad. The second time I paid more attention as it spoke about VO2. This is the number I use to motivate me! I’ve been using the app alongside another app called Bevel which helps me to focus on my recovery and my VO2 has increased 1.5 over the last 10 days. I don’t know if its the breath work or my exercise routine but I’m sold!
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No free tier subscription
Why can’t you provide free version?
Not upfront about pricing
It feels pretty scummy that I can’t see the price upfront
Edit: the developer said that the price is displayed when activating the free trial, which is true. However, it does not change the fact that you basically only get a sales pitch and zero information about the thing itself without going through a long onboarding process and also agreeing to pay money for it (activating a trial).
Edit: the developer said that the price is displayed when activating the free trial, which is true. However, it does not change the fact that you basically only get a sales pitch and zero information about the thing itself without going through a long onboarding process and also agreeing to pay money for it (activating a trial).
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Pay to breathe
Imagine having to pay to breathe, garmin can do the same for free lmao…
I’m sticking to it!
I love the short breathwork sessions and have finally found something I actually use regularly. Being able to do 4.5 minutes of practice allows me to build the habit and stay on track. Love the instructors and music and the app is easy to use.
Helpful guidance with a science-backed plan
I had a coach point out to me that you can live for up to a couple weeks without food, days without water, but only minutes without air. Breathing well is critical not just for performance and growth but overall health.
So I’ve been interested in breath work for a while but it was hard to find a simple and clear process to follow to see actual results. Five Point Five has filled that void. I now have a plan to follow and the consistency is paying off. I just finished my 200th session and notice a difference in my runs as well as my rest and recovery. It takes daily commitment, but the commitment is worth the investment. If you’re looking to dial in your breathing and take your performance and health to the next level, commit to a 90-day session and do the work…you won’t regret it.
So I’ve been interested in breath work for a while but it was hard to find a simple and clear process to follow to see actual results. Five Point Five has filled that void. I now have a plan to follow and the consistency is paying off. I just finished my 200th session and notice a difference in my runs as well as my rest and recovery. It takes daily commitment, but the commitment is worth the investment. If you’re looking to dial in your breathing and take your performance and health to the next level, commit to a 90-day session and do the work…you won’t regret it.
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Subscription Garbage
Literally everything is a subscription not. Keep your subscription garbage. I would’ve paid for a one time fee.
Getting started
There are seemingly too many questions to get started.
Cool app, overpriced
Can’t justify paying $90/year for this. Not enough variety, integrations with Garmin barely work, and frankly just not worth the price. Free trial was only 2 days.
Good classes; terrible app
There is minimal buffering on the app, if any. I can’t practice my breathwork in the car or on my commute, because it keeps stopping. Every other app has no problem. For example, Calm downloads an entire 10 minute meditation in roughly the first 19 seconds and therefore no problem. They have a lot of work to do on the app, but the breathwork classes are good for beginners. Too easy for experts, IMO.
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Too many questions before you sign up
Honestly, I haven’t even been able to try out the app yet. But it asks you a million questions before you can even sign up.
Great app
Very happy with this app. I like having the workout plan to motivate me to use it consistently. I’d like to see more intermediate and advanced sessions.
Breathe Better, Live Better
I'm really enjoying this app. I can feel the benefits of the different types of breathing exercises. I've known how important a breathing practice can be for a long time but have never been able make a habit of it until now. This app makes it easy to do breathing exercises.
