[dougchartier]

I don't have any problems equalizing using the Valsalva manuever, but I'd like to become proficient at equalizing using the hands-free methods (e.g., swallowing, yawning or moving the jaw, etc.), particularly since I'd like to try freediving. I've tried equalizing on SCUBA by swallowing -- like what I do on airplane descents -- but it didn't seem very effective. Does anyone have any suggestions for how I can best learn and practice these techniques, both in and out of the water?

Thanks for your help.