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.

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.