My first two questions, if I may, is : What is and what causes SWBO and is it always fatal for solo divers?
Second, since it was a South African Underwater Hockey Player who died (in 2004?), what is Underwater Hockey or where can I learn more about it?
Due to a chance comment by some old guy (older than me!), I have arrived to get the details if I may?
The story:
While with my grandchildren (ages 6 & 9) practicing holding their breath in a 55+ community pool, and older gentleman told us of a man who died while holding his breath and to discourage the children. (So far, Olivia can hold her breath 30 seconds and her younger brother 10 seconds). I am only back up to about 2 minutes.
As way under way may lead, I have been an active swimmer beginning about age 5, self taught except for contributions by friends and relatives. The longest "free swim" was 150 feet in an Olympic sized pool, but today that is only a warm memory <smile>.
In later years, I have not done as much swimming, but have more questions (later) on wet suits for colder waters (50 - 60 degrees F.). New England waters, USA
Any, per Robert Frost, as way leads unto way, I found my way here, and am fascinated by what I have seen so far.
advTHANKSance
Bob
Second, since it was a South African Underwater Hockey Player who died (in 2004?), what is Underwater Hockey or where can I learn more about it?
Due to a chance comment by some old guy (older than me!), I have arrived to get the details if I may?
The story:
While with my grandchildren (ages 6 & 9) practicing holding their breath in a 55+ community pool, and older gentleman told us of a man who died while holding his breath and to discourage the children. (So far, Olivia can hold her breath 30 seconds and her younger brother 10 seconds). I am only back up to about 2 minutes.
As way under way may lead, I have been an active swimmer beginning about age 5, self taught except for contributions by friends and relatives. The longest "free swim" was 150 feet in an Olympic sized pool, but today that is only a warm memory <smile>.
In later years, I have not done as much swimming, but have more questions (later) on wet suits for colder waters (50 - 60 degrees F.). New England waters, USA
Any, per Robert Frost, as way leads unto way, I found my way here, and am fascinated by what I have seen so far.
advTHANKSance
Bob