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7-Day Breath Hold Challenge

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26 contributions to 7-Day Breath Hold Challenge
Post Your Breath Hold (Week 6: Feb 2nd - Feb 9th)
Why do we hold our breath for 7 days in a row? Showing up for the Breath Hold Challenge is fun, but also building a mental muscle. Every time you check-in, you hold yourself accountable. Now, translate these victories in real-life challenges: deadlines, conflicts, or simply getting through the first day of the week. The breath - or in this case - lack of breath becomes your guide. But to truly get more out of every breath, you have to go back to ground zero. Start over and build awareness from the ground up. Not sure how? ๐Ÿ‘‡ Click below to watch Stig's take on starting over (1 min)
Post Your Breath Hold (Week 6: Feb 2nd - Feb 9th)
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@Edward Brittain Interesting - I am not familiar with didgeridoo and never tried an ice bath - but think it is something worthwhile to explore.
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W17:D7 A 4th day of snorkel diving on the banks - warm water an good visibility - enjoyed fantastic diving for the last 4 days - but the forecast is for strong southeast and east winds so I expect there will be no diving for a week or more.
Post Your Breath Hold (Week 5: Jan 26th - Feb 2nd)
Have you mastered the first 7 days of the Breath Hold Challenge? A recent study among a group of elite rugby athletes shows a ~8% VO2peak improvement; within 10 minutes and with just one single breath holding exercise The good part? You can do this too in the comfort of your own home. The exercise is a variant of an O2 table with two differences: - It's on exhale (you hold your breath after you exhale) - It's dynamic (you are moving while you are holding your breath) Here's what to do: - Sit down on a stationary bike (an elliptical trainer or rowing machine works as well) - Adjust the resistance to zero for a no load session - Perform six maximum capacity breath holds on exhale, with 30 second rest - Exercise for 10 minutes during these breath holds Feeling energized? The extra performance can last up to 5 hours after workout. What a great way to start the day (or week). ๐Ÿ˜Ž Give it a try & share your findings with the group. ๐Ÿ‘‡
Post Your Breath Hold (Week 5: Jan 26th - Feb 2nd)
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@Pier Luke Good set with a very good exhale dive Pier.
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W17:D1 5 x 2 minute dives.. dive on 4th inhale Dive : Breathe 2:00 : 0:28 2:00 : 0:28 2:00 : 0:30 2:00 : 0:26 2:00 rest 1:33 5 x 2 minute dives..dive on 3rd inhale 2:00 : 0:23 2:00 : 0:23 2:00 : 0:24 2:00 : 0:26 2:00 rest 1:20 12 minutes relaxing 6/22/22 breathing
Post Your Breath Hold (Week 4: Jan 19th - Jan 25th)
Can you name the most important aspect of breath holding? Give yourself a second. Is it controlling the mind? Being in great shape? A strong, flexible diaphragm? The biggest breath hold wins start with relaxation, and the key to relaxation is in the exhalation. Follow along, and experience how you regain calm & focus in a single session: Step-by-step: 1. Sit or lie down in a comfortable position (preferably lying down) 2. Do 10 prep breaths - Inhale through your nose, exhale slowly through your mouth with slight resistance (like a hissing sound), focusing on letting go of tension in your mind and muscles 3. The breathing relaxes you - The controlled exhale increases oxygen in your blood and triggers the vagus nerve, lowering your metabolism 4. Then hold - After the 10th exhale, take a final breath in and begin your breath hold How did you do? Post your time & get feedback & points. Then head on over to the Classroom & follow the instructions for the next day
Post Your Breath Hold (Week 4: Jan 19th - Jan 25th)
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W15:16 4th day in a row doing an early morning snorkel dive on high tide on the banks.
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W16:D1 12 minutes box breathing 6/16/6/16 8 x 40 seconds paused breathing 12 minutes 6/20/20 breathing
Post Your Breath Hold (Week 3: Jan 12th - Jan 18th)
We need your hep! No. Really! What would you like to see the most this coming your in the Breath Hold Challenge? Is it more videos? Live calls? New challenges? Something else? Help us outโ€“write down the one thing you would like to see in 2026! Oh, and don't forget to post your first breath hold of the year. Without it, 2026 hasn't truly started ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿฅณ ๐Ÿ‘‹ Need a refresher? Step 1: Take an inhale, start your stopwatch & hold your breath. Step 2: Post your time here, get feedback and points Step 3: Head on over to the Classroom & follow the instructions
Post Your Breath Hold (Week 3: Jan 12th - Jan 18th)
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@Alaa Refaat Strong table and a strong 4:44 - your holiday did you well - you came back strong.
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W15:D1 12 minutes box breathing 5/20/5/20 12 minutes 6/27/27 breathing
Welcome to the 7-Day Breath Hold Challenge (Introduce Yourself)
Are you ready to double or triple your breath hold time? And unlock hidden powers of your mind you could never imagine. This human dolphin is waiting for you in the classroom! And the more you post & share, the more you will open upโ€ฆ So - let's get started! Post a picture of yourself & write what you hope to achieve by the end of the 7 days:
Welcome to the 7-Day Breath Hold Challenge (Introduce Yourself)
3 likes โ€ข Jul '24
I am from the Cape Town area in South Africa โ€“ I was a very keen snorkel diver in the 1980โ€™s and 1990โ€™s โ€“ am now 73 years old but train nearly every day to stay reasonably fit to be able to still snorkel dive during our summer months โ€“ started off with a zero dive of 1:23 - I hope to more than double that.
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@Maati Hetheru Your decision to begin this challenge, Maati, was a smart one. Itโ€™s not just about how long you can hold your breath; what truly matters are the positive changes that breathing exercises bring to your life and how much better youโ€™ll feel as you build up CO2 tolerance. By strengthening your breathing muscles and improving your fitness, youโ€™ll notice gradual benefits, though progress does take time and requires daily discipline. Start slowlyโ€”just a few minutes each dayโ€”and take small steps forward. Be cautious not to push yourself too hard in the beginning, as overtraining makes it easier to lose motivation and quit. Best of luck on your journey!
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Phillip de Bruyn
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I am a 75 year old pensioner - was a very keen snorkel diver when I was in my 30's and 40's and still snorkel dive during the summer months.

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