Yah, my panties are all in a bunch over this and I don't mind very well.jonnythan:
Positive Side Effects From Scuba Diving?
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I believe that diving over the past several decades has greatly benefited me health-wise. My lung capacity was recently tested at 4X that expected for a man of my age and body type. My blood pressure was at the very low end of the scale. My personality has gone from type-A to rather "mellow fellow" (except at times when I'm driving the 405 or another of LA's freeways).
I link these positive attributes to my diving. Of course I usually do 200-400 dives a year, so the impact is greater. Hmmm... wonder how I'd fare if I did 500-1,000 dives a year (in warmer water of course)?
I link these positive attributes to my diving. Of course I usually do 200-400 dives a year, so the impact is greater. Hmmm... wonder how I'd fare if I did 500-1,000 dives a year (in warmer water of course)?
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Dr. Bill pretty much most directly answered my question. But thank you everyone for your replies. Relaxation and empty pockets are huge side effects from diving.
Jonnythan, I don't disagree with anything that you said, but you kind of took the thread on a left turn with the out of water training. The points you made are true. Train, prepare, and learn out of water. Understood. But it's not really about what I am asking about. I intentionally control my beathing while diving. I just want to know if this will have a side effect topside, like in my Jiu Jitsu training. That's really it.
I never said "hockey players get physically fit mostly from playing hockey". I said they have non human cardio. I know one trains in the gym for cardio or to be fit. But the game of hockey played everyday simply boosts your cardio to crazy levels. A gymnist works out to be in shape for his sport. But the crazy muscles he gets are not the intention or objective, they are a side effect from being a gymnist. If you don't agree with the comparison just let it go. It's not the main point You understand what I am trying to ask.
It's no big deal. I just want to set that straight and not read an argument over a comparison I made to ask my question.
Jonnythan, I don't disagree with anything that you said, but you kind of took the thread on a left turn with the out of water training. The points you made are true. Train, prepare, and learn out of water. Understood. But it's not really about what I am asking about. I intentionally control my beathing while diving. I just want to know if this will have a side effect topside, like in my Jiu Jitsu training. That's really it.
I never said "hockey players get physically fit mostly from playing hockey". I said they have non human cardio. I know one trains in the gym for cardio or to be fit. But the game of hockey played everyday simply boosts your cardio to crazy levels. A gymnist works out to be in shape for his sport. But the crazy muscles he gets are not the intention or objective, they are a side effect from being a gymnist. If you don't agree with the comparison just let it go. It's not the main point You understand what I am trying to ask.
It's no big deal. I just want to set that straight and not read an argument over a comparison I made to ask my question.
I am a runner. I run typically 4-6 miles consistently every other day. That in of itself is why I breathe the way I do underwater. Sure, its relaxing to be underwater, it has a huge calming effect on me. But, its the physical workout above the water that is the biggest benefit and not so much being below. I only have 11 dives under my belt, so I will add that maybe w/ more experience things might change.
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PlanoDvr1:
That's very impressive. I wish I could be in that shape for that much running. If I had a different work schedule I would be training Jiu Jitsu much more. I get in great shape from it.
PlanoDvr1:
Just to be clear, I don't consider diving a workout. I workout in the gym or on the mat. That gets me in better shape from which my diving benefits...just like your running.
I am specifically speaking of breathing control, which I personally only do while diving. I am wondering if divers can control breathing more while on land because they do it while underwater.
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I'm in way better shape. My endurance surprises me. I'm definately stronger, but that has more to do with hauling dive gear as opposed to actually diving. I've lost a couple inches on my waist since I started and I've lost a little bit of weight too, not much, as my body composition has changed.
And the really cool side effect is that I have a better body image. I see what it is capable of, as opposed to what society wants it to be.
I'm more relaxed & I have found that my problem solving ability has benefitted from diving. I now can stop, breathe, think, & act.
I'm in way better shape. My endurance surprises me. I'm definately stronger, but that has more to do with hauling dive gear as opposed to actually diving. I've lost a couple inches on my waist since I started and I've lost a little bit of weight too, not much, as my body composition has changed.
And the really cool side effect is that I have a better body image. I see what it is capable of, as opposed to what society wants it to be.
I'm more relaxed & I have found that my problem solving ability has benefitted from diving. I now can stop, breathe, think, & act.
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side effects:
1. my wifes oohs and ahhs: how can you CARRY those HUMONGOUS LP 85's on your back?? shhhh.....
2. my wife thinks i look darned sexy in my drysuit. i "test" wear it ... at times... and make sure she sees me...
("that suit makes your eyes stand out....")
3. "That looks so complicated!" says my wife while i remove my bp and wing from
the double tank rig. "Well, honey, I'm a Technical Diver." says I. shhhhhh.....
1. my wifes oohs and ahhs: how can you CARRY those HUMONGOUS LP 85's on your back?? shhhh.....
2. my wife thinks i look darned sexy in my drysuit. i "test" wear it ... at times... and make sure she sees me...
("that suit makes your eyes stand out....")
3. "That looks so complicated!" says my wife while i remove my bp and wing from
the double tank rig. "Well, honey, I'm a Technical Diver." says I. shhhhhh.....
Do you capitalize the Technical Diver when you say it to her?H2Andy:
ScubaMarc
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I have some issue with my back. When my back is sore and I have a couple of good dives. My back does feel better. Also, when I go on a week long dive trip, my wife useually sees I do not complain about my back until the winter. I do not know if it is the water pressure hitting the right spots or it is the relaxsation of the dive. My personal opinion, diving does help me physically.
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