Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin Laird Hamilton
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Apr 10, 2024 
Laird Hamilton, a legendary big wave surfer and the pioneer of tow-in surfing, shares insights into his groundbreaking ways of aquatic training. He discusses the mental and physical benefits of exercising in water, focusing on breathing control and overcoming barriers. Laird reflects on the evolution of surfing techniques and the profound connection between surfing and skateboarding. He also delves into the emotional strength required to tackle big waves and the importance of community and shared experiences in his adventurous life.
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15s Pool Workout
- Laird Hamilton describes a pool workout called "15s," involving jumps with a dumbbell and underwater swims.
- The workout has ten variations, combining jumps, breath-holding, and dumbbell carries.
Weight and Oxygen Deprivation
- Adding weight to pool workouts doesn't always make it easier, as lighter weight can mean slower descent and longer breath-holds.
- Hamilton values lightheadedness as a sign of a good workout, especially in cold water.
Post-Workout Sleepiness
- Rick Rubin recalls feeling sleepy after pool workouts due to oxygen deprivation.
- Hamilton agrees, linking it to oxygen being pulled from everywhere in the body during intense exertion.