Freediving & Ocean Therapy
Freediving & The Five Elements
In Traditional Chinese philosophy, the concept of the "Five Elements" or "Five Phases" (五行, Wǔ Xíng) is fundamental. Here we explore the Water element (水, Shuǐ); its qualities, energies, and aspects of nature, and how they connect to our understanding of freediving.
Willpower and Tenacity in Freediving
Willpower and tenacity refer to the mental strength and self-discipline individuals must draw upon to control their impulses and achieve long-term goals. Applying one's will involves making conscious decisions and taking actions that align with one's values, even in the face of challenges, distractions, or immediate gratification.
Freediving As a Practice for Longevity
Freediving is practiced primarily as a sport and recreational activity, but a closer look at the techniques that prepare freedivers for a water immersion suggests that freediving may contribute to overall well-being and longevity.
Freediving, Dopamine & Ocean Therapy
Explore the relationship between ocean therapy, freediving, and dopamine; how it works, the risks, the benefits and the double-edged sword of its application.
The Blue Mind & Ocean Therapy
The Ocean has always been a powerful place of healing. Read about how ocean therapy is used to treat ailments from depression to terminal illness, as well as why we think it will be a force for change.
Are Freediving Courses Worth It?
Diana Medesan tells her journey of learning to freedive, overcoming her limiting beliefs, and finding an underwater community that supported her to explore herself.
Don’t Remove Your Spleen
Read on as we discuss the role of the spleen in freediving and how the Bajau people have evolved to use it. An in-depth look at freedive physiology.
Breathing Like Sperm Whales
What can we learn from Sperm Whales, and how tools used in freediving can help in everyday life.
Wearing Weights When Freediving
Wearing weights when freediving is necessary for many people to perform the most efficient dive possible. Whether it be achieving streamlined buoyancy and trim during dynamic dives or finding the perfect balance of weight for surface relaxation, diving, and ascending, weights are a priceless piece of equipment for freedivers.
Is Freediving Dangerous?
Many people are terrified of freediving, but these fears are often misplaced. In this article, we cover the potential dangers of freediving and dispel common myths about the sport.
Everything to Know About Freediving Fins
Beginner-friendly fins to competitive setups; we cover everything you need to know about freediving fins.
Freediving and Decompression Sickness
Understanding decompression sickness when it comes to freediving and the main differences between gas composition in SCUBA diving and freediving.