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Freediving Helps Scot Aim for Olympic Gold
5 Feb
Summary
- Scottish skier Kirsty Muir trained in a Cornwall quarry.
- She practiced freediving, holding her breath for three minutes.
- This training aims to boost her performance at the Winter Olympics.
Scottish freestyle skier Kirsty Muir is incorporating an unusual training regimen to prepare for the Winter Olympics. The 21-year-old athlete has been participating in freediving exercises, including sessions in a Cornwall quarry. This method involves extensive breath-holding techniques.
Muir's coach, Joe Tyler, guided her through progressively challenging exercises, starting with breathing drills and static apnea in a tub. She successfully held her breath for three minutes, experiencing a state of deep relaxation during the practice. This unique approach is intended to bolster her performance at the Livigno Snow Park.
The freediving training is seen as a crucial element in Muir's bid for Olympic success. She believes that mastering breath control and achieving a relaxed state under pressure will be advantageous as she aims for a podium finish at the Games in Italy.
