22/10/2025
π€ Mouth taping β love it or hate it, it works.
I first tried it about a year ago, before I was even working with , after it was suggested by a client whoβs a professional athlete β and honestly, I hated it π
I couldnβt settle and gave up pretty quickly.
Fast forward to about 3 months ago β I decided to give it another go, and this time the results have been completely different.
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My sleep quality (especially deep sleep) has improved
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My nasal breathing through the day feels more natural
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My HRV has significantly β¬οΈβ¬οΈ
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I wake up feeling more rested and less βdry-mouthedβ
Now I still mouth tape every night, but whether itβs necessary anymore is questionable β I think Iβd probably naturally revert to nasal breathing without it now.
Why do it:
Nasal breathing filters, warms and humidifies air, which supports oxygen uptake and recovery.
It can also reduce snoring, improve HRV and help with mouth dryness or morning headaches.
What to use:
π I use Nanocare clear medical tape (trans-porous).
No need for the gimmicky branded mouth strips β theyβre overpriced and awful. Iβve tried them π
Caveat:
Admittedly, this isnβt the only thing Iβve changed in my training and recovery lately, so while mouth taping may have played a part, itβs not solely responsible for those improvements.
Contraindications:
π« Avoid if you have nasal congestion, sinus issues, or any breathing problems at night (including sleep apnoea).
π« Always start gently β you can even test it for short naps first if youβre unsure.
Love or hate the idea, it works. ππ»
Would you try it or does the thought of taping your mouth shut freak you out? πππ»
