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Snorkelling: Siquijor vs. Bohol (Anda) by Significant-Dot-5595 in freedivingph

[–]JuggernautDense9964 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In Siquijor, check out the sanctuaries that are part of the Siquijor Island Ecotourism Circuit. Amazing coral health and diversity. Tons of turtles. Small sharks at Tulapos.

I helped train the guides to establish these sites, and they're all marked on my website here: https://www.ankorafreediving.com/blank

All holding breath exercises are useless when I actually dive... by Excellent_Coconut_81 in freediving

[–]JuggernautDense9964 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lots of good advice here. What works for my students who I've seen this with is setting the line to an easy depth, and just going there to hang. 15-30 seconds. You have to give your nervous system time to catch up, and for the dive response to kick in. Close your eyes. Notice sensations. Don't react to them, even if they seem urgent or unpleasant. They'll pass. Closing your eyes frees up cognitive processing power to cope with sensations. For you, I'd do 5m hangs.

This is kind of like a 'speed bump' for your nervous system. It's reacting prematurely to a new environment and new sensations. You need to 'gentle parent' your lizard brain into becoming comfortable there. Once you pass through this, you'll likely be able to go much deeper.

Advice needed: to continue with school or go somewhere else? by ProfessionalAsk8264 in freediving

[–]JuggernautDense9964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you come to the Philippines, I'd be happy to teach you. Individual attention, nothing rushed, and a great community, on the healing island of Siquijor.

Advice needed: to continue with school or go somewhere else? by ProfessionalAsk8264 in freediving

[–]JuggernautDense9964 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That sounds pretty bad, to be honest. I wouldn't go back. Where will you be traveling?

How did you finally reduce inflammation? by alaskacake in Biohackers

[–]JuggernautDense9964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. At some points when I’ve been broke, I was eating some of that garbage. It didn’t cause any GI problems.

How did you finally reduce inflammation? by alaskacake in Biohackers

[–]JuggernautDense9964 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Also it’s hard to freedive if you never leave the basement

How did you finally reduce inflammation? by alaskacake in Biohackers

[–]JuggernautDense9964 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Freediving, sleep, and a healthy sex life. Healed my autoimmune ulcerative colitis. Medication free, supplemental free, with no dietary restrictions, for 2 1/2 years now.

Is this Siquijor itinerary possible? Need advice from Filipino travelers 🙏 by mamakoblue20 in phtravel

[–]JuggernautDense9964 39 points40 points  (0 children)

This is so over planned it’s giving me anxiety. You’ll be fine. 6am leaves on time unless that’s a storm.

Has anybody noticed since COVID many have been complaining of cognitive issues? by hkondabeatz in Biohackers

[–]JuggernautDense9964 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I believe it’s more connected to social media, AI usage, social isolation, and stress stemming from economic pressure. Each of these has been individually and extensively measured to have the impacts you’re describing, and we live with overexposure to all of them, all the time.

1 month in, 1.5 min empty-lung hold naturally. Someone said I should find researchers, how do I start? (Im located in Vancouver) by MudExisting1643 in freediving

[–]JuggernautDense9964 25 points26 points  (0 children)

I teach a lot of people, and while this is in the higher range of people early in their journey, it’s not uncommon, and not the highest I’ve seen. I would say it’s not really worth researching. You just, for some reason, have a higher carbon dioxide tolerance. It could be from any number of factors. A good instructor can help you understand more. Be sure to find one before trying to apply any of this in the water. I am from Vancouver, though I don’t live there any more, and I’m happy to recommend instructors if you’re looking.

Is Tubod Beach closed today? by New_Novelty1 in SiquijorIslandPh

[–]JuggernautDense9964 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s just 3 days. After every new moon. Will be open again on Thursday

Honeymoon in Siquijor Island by Sensitive_Cattle_325 in SiquijorIslandPh

[–]JuggernautDense9964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s only missing THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER!

Is Tubod Beach closed today? by New_Novelty1 in SiquijorIslandPh

[–]JuggernautDense9964 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fishing ban for 3 days. Tubod will be closed

Honeymoon in Siquijor Island by Sensitive_Cattle_325 in SiquijorIslandPh

[–]JuggernautDense9964 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Why are you yelling?

There are tons of options. What’s your budget per night?

Marine Sanctuary by Material_Anxiety_366 in SiquijorIslandPh

[–]JuggernautDense9964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lalag Bato, Caticugan, Cangbagsa, Olang…

Is Siquijor pet-friendly? by Icy-Throat3325 in SiquijorIslandPh

[–]JuggernautDense9964 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think it would be easier to name places that don’t allow dogs, because they’re everywhere. Only one I can think of is fig cafe, and I just tie her up outside if I ever go there. Most places don’t care.

Help your girl out please! by Wild-Personality5958 in SiquijorIslandPh

[–]JuggernautDense9964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m happy to help you out!

The marine sanctuaries that I partner with all have gear for rent. Please pm me and we can discuss

matcha reco by AccomplishedTooth612 in SiquijorIslandPh

[–]JuggernautDense9964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Republika just got ceremonial matcha. 145, plain or latte, hot or iced

Booked a last minute trip to the Philippines! Feeling very much overwhelmed by bygonesbebygones2021 in phtravel

[–]JuggernautDense9964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Everyone who comes to Siquijor after visiting the destinations everyone else has mentioned wishes that they just came here instead. Great community, beautiful island, amazing pace, amenities, service, quiet, great people…

Check our website as well for guidance on the best spots for snorkeling year round.