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#113 Gert Leroy - Breath Hold Expert: CO2 Secrets Free Divers Know That You Don't (yet)

TAKE A DEEP BREATH

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Mastering Breath-Holding in Freediving

This chapter explores the journey of mastering breath-holding techniques essential for freediving, focusing on the mental and physical adjustments required for effective performance underwater. It emphasizes the importance of relaxation, introduces various mental techniques like visualization and tidal breathing, and discusses the relationship between flexibility and lung capacity. Additionally, the chapter addresses common misconceptions about equalizing ear pressure and encourages a deeper awareness of the body's responses to stress and anxiety.

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