It’s hard to watch a football match without noticing at least a few players wearing a small strip across the bridge of their nose. This is a nasal strip, designed to make breathing easier. While it won’t directly improve your performance or act as any kind of "performance enhancer," it can make training and matches much more comfortable—and you can even keep wearing it after your workout.
But what exactly does this small accessory do, when should you use it, and how does it work? In today’s blog post, we’ll answer all these questions. If you’re curious, keep reading!
How does a nasal strip work?
A nasal strip works by gently opening up your nasal passages. Flexible bands embedded inside the strip lift the sides of your nose slightly, widening your nostrils and improving airflow.
As a result, breathing through your nose becomes easier and more efficient. In fact, you may be able to inhale up to 30% more air through your nose. Because airflow encounters less resistance, breathing also requires less effort, helping you conserve energy during physical activity.
In football, success isn't determined only by fitness and tactical awareness—efficient breathing also plays a major role. If you feel your breathing could be improved, take a look at our value packs, where you can purchase our 3-pack of nasal strips at a discounted price.
When should you use a nasal strip?
Our nasal strips are available in multiple colours and are especially useful in the following situations:
Narrow nasal passages or a deviated septum: A nasal strip helps improve airflow, reducing the need to breathe through your mouth.
Colds or allergies: Nasal congestion can make breathing difficult. A nasal strip helps open the airways and makes breathing more comfortable.
During the final stages of a match or workout: When fatigue starts to set in and you're pushing your limits, improved airflow can help you stay comfortable for longer.
During recovery: Better oxygen intake can also support faster recovery after training or competition.
As you can see, there are several reasons to keep a pack of nasal strips in your sports bag. They're easy to apply, but remember that the skin should be clean and free of oil to ensure the strip adheres properly.
Although we mentioned earlier that a nasal strip doesn't directly increase athletic performance, it can certainly have an indirect positive effect. If you feel you could benefit from easier breathing, it's definitely worth giving one a try—you may be surprised by the difference it makes.
Designed with professional footballers' experience
There are countless football accessories on the market today, but many are designed by people who have never played the game at a competitive level.
Our products are different. Every item in our webshop has been developed by two former professional footballers, whose years of on-pitch experience have shaped every detail. Their first-hand knowledge helps create products that deliver real value to players—including our nasal strips.
If any of our products have caught your attention, visit our webshop today and discover the football accessories that can help take your game to the next level.
