This paper presents a frequent topic amongst new divers, mainly freedivers which is question about physiological aspect blocking or making equalization difficult. As observed by the author many new divers who are not able to equalize very often tend to think that they have physiological problems preventing or limiting equalization. In this document it will be discussed how to understand any potential, physiological challenges and how to approach them.
While moving through the water you will encounter and create resistance. In order to understand this idea you need to establish two things inside your head: -First one is the concept of “frontal area”; it is the frontal surface area of your body that is exposed to the resistance of the water while you are …
What is Freediving? Is it just to dive without oxygen? Well- in it’s simplest form – yes. Freediving has exploded in popularity in the last few years. Once only the sport of accomplished divers and photographers, it’s now becoming a sought after hobby within general sports and activity. In its simplest form, freediving is diving without the assistance …
Of course, I’ve drawn breath all my life, but I really learned how to breathe on a freediving trip in the Bahamas. Liz Parkinson, one of my favorite friends and an ex-college roommate, had invited me to the West End of Grand Bahamas to tag along on a freediving trip with tiger sharks, something that …