The Documentary Podcast
Tanya Streeter: Free-Diver
Dec 19, 2017
Tanya Streeter, a remarkable free-diver, shares her harrowing experience of blacking out during a record-breaking dive to 160 meters. She discusses the dangers of nitrogen narcosis and the intense physical and emotional challenges of deep diving. The podcast captures the suspenseful moments and triumphs of her incredible journey in the world of freediving.
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- Tanya Streeter faced challenges with equalization and overpacking air into her lungs during the record-breaking freedive to 160 meters.
- Her determination and resilience in the face of adversity were key to overcoming nitrogen narcosis and blacking out during the ascent.
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Preparing for the Dive
Tanya Streeter, a Champion Freediver, shares her preparation for the record-breaking freedive to 160 meters. Her training involved deep-breath diving, anaerobic and aerobic exercises, and diving every other day leading up to the world record attempt. The dive required meticulous planning with safety divers stationed at various depths to ensure a safe descent and ascent.
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