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The Guardian Tape Trident System

“Because of how the body works, you absorb 20% more oxygen breathing through the nose, Meaning that for every 5 breaths, you actually get 6, and this extra O2 power translates to every area of your life!”

Airway mechanics × sleep optimization × behaviour design — working together.

Mouth Tape — Sleep Deeper. Wake Sharper.

Trains nose breathing overnight, supports moisture & nitric-oxide–rich airflow, and may reduce mouth-breathing related snoring for some people.

  • • Athlete-grade adhesive with easy-release tab
  • • Start with short daytime trials before nights
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Nose Strips — Open the Air. Hold the Line.

External dilators lift the valve area of the nose to reduce airflow resistance—useful in conditioning, sparring, roadwork, and long shifts.

  • • Apply to clean, dry skin across the nose bridge
  • • Pair with Mouth Tape at night for habit continuity
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MXD Out Life App — Behaviour Design, Not Behaviour Control

We use addiction psychology and an understanding of the dopamine & endocannabinoid reward systems to make daily, consistency feel compelling, without relying on stimulants.

  • • Earn EXP for real actions, streaks, and identity-based goals
  • • Breath • Sleep • Train • Recover — one loop
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Why the Nose Wins (Physiology)

  • Nose breathing delivers nitric oxide into the lungs, supporting oxygen uptake and ventilation–perfusion matching.
  • • The nose filters, warms, and humidifies air — protecting airways under load.
  • • A nose-first breathing cadence supports CO₂ tolerance, rhythm control, and between-round recovery.
Huberman Lab podcast — breathing science
Breathing science popularised by Dr. Andrew Huberman (podcast & protocols).
Pranayama breath practice — ancient yoga
Ancient pranayama: nose-first control for focus & regulation.
Tactical athletes training breath control
Australian Commandos & U.S. SOF communities drill controlled breathing under stress.
Combat sports athletes using nose strips
Muay Thai & MMA pros adopt nose strips and sleep-focused routines.

Cultural adoption includes Joe Rogan, UFC fighters, Alex Hormozi and others discussing/using nose strips or mouth tape. Results vary by individual.

Relative Oxygenation Bar chart comparing mouth vs nose breathing. Nose shows ~+20% relative level. Mouth Nose +20%
Illustrative oxygenation difference: nose breathing can deliver higher effective oxygenation vs mouth breathing in typical conditions.
Nose Airflow Resistance Bar chart showing lower resistance with an external nose strip vs no strip. No Strip With Strip Lower
External dilators for the nose reduce valve resistance, supporting steadier breathing during effort.

Charts are illustrative; individual responses differ. Use as training aids—not medical claims.

Field-Proven Across Disciplines

Power & Strength

Clean bracing patterns and predictable airway mechanics under heavy loads.

Endurance

Nose-only sessions groove efficiency & pacing; better rhythm control at tempo.

Combat Sports

Inhale through the nose; controlled mouth exhales on strikes; return to nose breathing between rounds.

Tactical / Warfighting

Box/tactical breathing to manage arousal and decision speed in high-stress tasks.

Quick Protocols

Power Days

3–5 min box breathing warmup → inhale through the nose on eccentrics; controlled hiss on peak effort if needed. Strip in session; Tape at night; track in MXD.

Endurance

10–20 min nose-only Z2–3 → tempo/intervals. Between efforts: 1–3 cyclic sighs. Strip in session; Tape at night; MXD Endurance.

Combat

Shadow/skip nose-only; pads: inhale through the nose, controlled exhale on combos; nose breathing between rounds. Strip in gym; Tape nightly; MXD Fight Camp.

Tactical

Pre-brief 2–4 min box breathing; on-task quiet nose cadence; long exhales for precision. Strip long shifts; Tape as appropriate; MXD Operator.

Safety Notes

  • • Don’t mouth tape if you have nose obstruction, uncontrolled snoring, or suspected sleep apnea — seek medical guidance first.
  • • Begin with daytime acclimation before any overnight use; choose tape you can remove easily.
  • • Nose Strips support airflow mechanics; they’re not a medical treatment.
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Unlock Your Potential: The Compounding Power of the Trident System

Tired of feeling like you're operating at less than 100%? You're not alone. Most people leave a significant amount of their potential on the table, not due to lack of effort, but due to a simple physiological inefficiency: their breathing. We're here to help you solve that problem and start living the supercharged life you know you're capable of.

The Human Horsepower: More Oxygen, More Output

Nose breathing is not just a habit; it's a performance multiplier. When you breathe through your nose, your body’s entire system becomes more efficient, translating to 10% greater working performance in any activity you pursue. This extra oxygen is like a horsepower boost for your body, providing the fuel you need to operate at your peak.

But the gains don't stop when you sleep. Nose breathing at night is a critical component of recovery, and it translates to 10% greater endurance the next day. This is due to heightened restorative sleep, which is directly linked to better tissue repair and reduced stress on your cardiovascular system.

The Brain Science of Sustained Drive

Our MXD Out Life App takes this physical edge and supercharges it with mental fortitude. By tapping into the brain's intrinsic reward systems, the app regulates the dopaminergic and endocannabinoid rewards for habit completions. This keeps you
locked-in to your goals by providing a sense of genuine, internal satisfaction from your progress.

This is especially crucial for individuals with executive dysfunction, such as neurodivergent individuals, as the app helps them navigate the 'chaos' of their brain chemistry by providing a structured, positive feedback loop. This powerful combination of physical and mental enhancement means you're not just improving; you're building a neurological foundation for sustained success.

Small Steps, Astronomical Results

Think of the compounding effect. A simple 1% daily improvement over a year results in a 37.78x increase in your abilities.

Now, imagine what is possible when you combine that with the performance and endurance gains of the Trident System.

We're talking about an effective 1.20% daily improvement, which, when extrapolated over 365 days, results in a 77.78x increase, more than double the gains of a simple 1% improvement.

Over 762 days (a little over two years), this seemingly small difference becomes astronomical, at 8862x!

This is exactly what is possible when Guardian Tape's Trident System is implemented across a user's life.

An overall gain of just 20%, increased by greater effort, endurance, and performance, unlocks a super-charged life - for not even $1USD per day.

We are here to supercharge your life.

Protect Your Breath. Sharpen Your Edge. Breathe To Win!