The Oxygen Edge: Why HBOT Is Becoming the Go-To for Recovery & Performance

We’re entering a new era in recovery. One that goes beyond the mat, the ice bath, or even the breath. At R1SE, we’re constantly seeking tools that support your next level – not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too. That’s why we’re excited to be introducing Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) later this year.

You might have heard whispers of it in the worlds of elite sport or biohacking, but HBOT isn’t just for pro athletes or the ultra-optimised. It’s a science-backed tool that boosts recovery, resilience and cognitive sharpness. And it’s about to become part of your R1SE experience.

What is HBOT (Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy)?

HBOT involves lying or sitting (in our case on a luxury massage chair) in a pressurised chamber where you breathe in pure oxygen at higher-than-normal atmospheric pressure (between 1.3 and 2 atms, this is the same pressure as between 3 and 10 meters underwater). You might remember Henry’s law from school, this states that a gas (oxygen in this case) under pressure dissolves more into a liquid (your blood in this case). This environment supercharges your body’s oxygen absorption (getting more Oxygen into your plasma), delivering O2 more deeply into tissues, muscles and even the brain. Think of it as an oxygen upgrade for your entire system.

It’s been used medically for decades to treat injuries and support healing, but now high-performers are turning to it for its ability to accelerate recovery, reduce inflammation and enhance mental clarity.

Why High Performers Are Turning to HBOT

Whether you’re training hard, working long hours, or simply burning the candle at both ends, your body is in a constant cycle of micro-damage and repair. HBOT supports that repair cycle in three powerful ways:

Boosted Oxygen = Faster HealingIncreased oxygen availability means faster repair of muscle micro-tears, joint stress and inflammation.

Reduced InflammationStudies show HBOT helps modulate the body’s inflammatory response, key for anyone dealing with pain, fatigue or slow recovery.

Sharper MindMore oxygen to the brain means enhanced focus, better sleep, and a greater sense of calm. It’s not just about the body – it’s about the nervous system too.

HBOT is like breathwork turned up to 11. It brings the principles we already live by – breath, control, recovery – into a pressurised, precision-focused environment.

Who It's For

HBOT isn’t about fixing what’s broken. It’s about optimising what you already have. We’re bringing it to:

Athletes and gym-goers looking for faster muscle recovery and reduced DOMS

Busy professionals who need more mental clarity, resilience and deep rest

Breathwork & cold immersion fans wanting to level-up their recovery rituals

Anyone seeking to build long-term energy and performance in a demanding world

This is for people who perform hard – and want to recover just as hard.

Coming Soon: HBOT at R1SE

We’ll be introducing two cutting-edge HBOT chambers at R1SE in September/October 2025. Sessions will be bookable in blocks or as part of your recovery routine.

Expect:

Guided onboarding sessions (with breathwork, of course)

Customised experiences based on your goals

A space that feels like science + sanctuary

Because recovery should feel as intentional as performance.

Final Breath

At R1SE, we always start with the breath. And HBOT is the natural evolution of that philosophy. More oxygen. More control. More calm.

Stay tuned for updates, early access invites, and sneak peeks as we build out this next chapter in performance and recovery.

You don’t have to wait until you burn out to recover. With HBOT, you can get ahead of the game.

Breathe better. Perform stronger. Recover deeper.

Want early access or to be part of our test group?