Freediving and relaxation

[magenta7]

Hi, I'm interested in freediving, specifically in apnea and that relaxation is practically a requirement. Unfortunately, I don't live near water.

What other sports or activities can you recommend as cross-training that require apnea or slow heart rate? I've read about o2 and co2 tables but was wanting something that itself is an sport/activity instead of just a training exercise.

Thanks

 

[Frenzyfinder]

Hey there! I could not think of anything on the top of my head that deals with holding your breathe.

Look into apnea on the elliptical machine or stationary bike as well as just walking.

Check out my "Beginners thoughts" thread on how I have progressed with my training


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[spearoprelsey]

http://freediveuk.com/how-to-hold-your-breath-for-5-minutes-in-1month-freediving-training

This may be helpful for you. Also, aren't there swimming pools in your town/city where you can practice wet breath holding training?

 

[magenta7]

Thanks both. I did some research and found some near-ish places I didn't know about where I can practice.

Next step: find a buddy.

 

[breenmachine]

Try to find out if anyone in your area plays underwater hockey, it's lots of fun and great training.

There is also finswimming and just swimming in general. The more comfortable and smooth you are moving through the water, the more relaxed you will be and the better you will do freediving.

The first time you try and swim with someone more experienced than you, you'll see what I mean. It will seem impossible to keep up and like they're hardly expending any energy. Small differences in movement and technique can make huge improvements.

 

[Frenzyfinder]

Try to find out if anyone in your area plays underwater hockey, it's lots of fun and great training.

There is also finswimming and just swimming in general. The more comfortable and smooth you are moving through the water, the more relaxed you will be and the better you will do freediving.

The first time you try and swim with someone more experienced than you, you'll see what I mean. It will seem impossible to keep up and like they're hardly expending any energy. Small differences in movement and technique can make huge improvements.

Yes "being one with the water" is no corny saying. Minimizing the draft your body and equipment makes and tuning your swim style with help amounts.


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