According to the study, the apparel that emits Far Infrared Radiation (FIR) can decrease an athlete's oxygen consumption during competitive exercise. This means that apparel with Celliant fibres can enhance performance during competition, the company reports.

"Performance products containing this innovative technology continue to be clinically proven to enhance tissue oxygen levels, which improves athletic performance, sleep quality, health and overall wellness," commented Celliant CEO, Seth Casden.

Decrease in oxygen consumption

The study was conducted by Jay T. Worobets PhD, Emma R. Skolnik MKin, and Darren J. Stefanyshyn PhD at the University of Calgary, Canada.

The premise for the study states that: "FIR has been shown to have physiological effects when used as a modality for certain applications. For example, athletic apparel are currently commercially available that are constructed with fabrics that purportedly emit FIR. If apparel with this technology is capable of inducing positive physiological effects, then there may be important implications when worn by an athlete during exercise."

"We found that when using Celliant garments, the cyclists had a significant decrease in oxygen consumption (VO2) at low intensities versus the control. This suggests that Celliant may improve performance," explained Dr Darren J. Stefanyshyn PhD, Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary, Canada.

Testing and results

Throughout each cycling test, the volume of oxygen uptake was monitored using a breathing mask and metabolic analysis cart.

Measuring at high and lower cycling intensities, the subjects consumed “statistically, and significantly less oxygen” when wearing the Celliant FIR apparel compared to the control garment, despite performing the same amount of mechanical work, the results indicate that this apparel technology does elicit a positive physiological effect.

Celliant technology

Celliant utilizes a proprietary mineral matrix that's embedded into the core of a yarn. Celliant's science is based in physics and biochemistry – heat is transferred into infrared light (IR), which is absorbed into the body. The result is said to be superior muscle performance, faster recovery, improved thermal regulation and a more restorative sleep, according to the manufacturer. 

Celliant is the proprietary technology of Hologenix, LLC, the designer, manufacturer and distributor of bio-responsive fibres and textiles.

www.celliant.com

Study by the University of Calgary