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Freediving World Record Holder Alexey Molchanov
Manage episode 475624320 series 2578394
In this deep-dive 😉 episode, Jeff Gross sits down with world-renowned freediver Alexey Molchanov—multiple-time world record holder, entrepreneur, and star of the new Amazon Prime documentary Freediver.
They explore what it takes to push the limits of human breath-hold, how Alexey's mother (a legend in her own right) shaped his path, and the future of freediving as a sport, a wellness practice, and a way of life.
🎧 Expect to hear:
- 🐋 How freediving brings you face-to-face with whales, silence, and your inner calm
- 🧠 The mental secrets behind holding your breath for 9+ minutes
- 🧬 Why most people could hold their breath for 3 minutes—with just a bit of training
- 🏅 What it’ll take to get freediving into the Olympics
- 🎥 Behind the scenes of Freediver and how it’s bringing the sport to the mainstream
- 💪 How elite freedivers train their lungs, minds, and bodies—plus the gear that makes it possible
- 💡 Breathwork tips you can use today to reduce stress, build resilience, and even boost your cardio
From diving through a 200-foot underwater arch to helping firefighters improve their breathing efficiency, Alexey’s work goes way beyond records—it’s about mastering the art of staying calm under pressure.
🔗 Connect:
219 episodes
Manage episode 475624320 series 2578394
In this deep-dive 😉 episode, Jeff Gross sits down with world-renowned freediver Alexey Molchanov—multiple-time world record holder, entrepreneur, and star of the new Amazon Prime documentary Freediver.
They explore what it takes to push the limits of human breath-hold, how Alexey's mother (a legend in her own right) shaped his path, and the future of freediving as a sport, a wellness practice, and a way of life.
🎧 Expect to hear:
- 🐋 How freediving brings you face-to-face with whales, silence, and your inner calm
- 🧠 The mental secrets behind holding your breath for 9+ minutes
- 🧬 Why most people could hold their breath for 3 minutes—with just a bit of training
- 🏅 What it’ll take to get freediving into the Olympics
- 🎥 Behind the scenes of Freediver and how it’s bringing the sport to the mainstream
- 💪 How elite freedivers train their lungs, minds, and bodies—plus the gear that makes it possible
- 💡 Breathwork tips you can use today to reduce stress, build resilience, and even boost your cardio
From diving through a 200-foot underwater arch to helping firefighters improve their breathing efficiency, Alexey’s work goes way beyond records—it’s about mastering the art of staying calm under pressure.
🔗 Connect:
219 episodes
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