TECHNIQUE
BREATH CONTROL
SIMON PRIDMORE offers seven-part assistance to those in pursuit of that most elusive of diving holy grails - making your air last longer. This technique feature first appeared in June 2016
ANDREY BIZYUKIN
Horizontal and fins up in a modified flutter-kick.
NO MATTER HOW experienced you are, or what sort of shape or size you are, you can always get more out of your diving by reducing the rate at which you consume your air.
The techniques in this month’s column will not only help you enjoy longer dives, they will also ensure that you dive with less stress. As a bonus, they will make you look even better in the water than you do now -more relaxed, more comfortable and more professional.
If that is not enough, you will also find that you are much more aware of what is going on around you, and become better at spotting marine life.
1: GET IN THE MOOD
Spend a little time preparing yourself mentally. Find a quiet space where you can be alone and focus on the dive ahead.
Slow your heartbeat, establish a deep breathing rhythm, close your eyes or gaze out on to the ocean. Get yourself into a nice peaceful zone.
Put away any thoughts circling around your mind concerning other aspects of your life, particularly areas where there is something negative going on.