Everyone on Bali must have noticed a lot of rubbish on the beach and in the ocean during the rainy season — from December to February. The most surprising thing is that many people don’t even ask where all this plastic comes from or how to keep the oceans clean. The truth is, all of us create garbage and contribute to pollution. According to statistics, Indonesia is in the top …
6 Herbs for the Respiratory System
Our respiratory system is working constantly. Every day it continuously delivers vital oxygen to our body. Unfortunately, along with the air we breathe, pollutants, irritants, dust, mold, fungi, harmful organisms, and other toxins can get into the lungs. If you don’t live in an airtight bubble, then it is obvious that all this can have negative consequences. Fortunately, nature has provided a number of herbs and herbal remedies that can …
To Pee or Not to Pee, That Is the Question
One of the thorniest issues many divers and freedivers are embarrassed to discuss is whether you can pee in your wetsuit. So let us take liberty of destroying myths and opening the veil of secrecy of this process. And as it’s a very natural process, let’s be honest from the start: we support peeing with no regrets. There is a well-known expression in the diving community: “There are those who …
5 Practical Breath-Hold Tips for Surfers
It’s no secret for anyone that Bali is a surfing mecca. Since we are in close proximity to this island, we often work with surfers on improving their breath-hold skills during wipe-outs. In addition to the two-day courses for surfers that are available in our school, we also regularly conduct short master classes in friendly surf schools and camps in Bali, explaining various breath holding techniques and demonstrating specific breathing …
13 Safety Tips for Freediving Training
There are lots of discussions about providing safety in freediving competitions, but talking about proper safety during training is of paramount importance. Of course, we may not dive to the same depths as the top freediving athletes, but this does not exclude the possibility of a blackout or samba, which means applying all the necessary measures that make diving not only as pleasant as possible, but also safe. How to …