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I discovered freediving when Booking.com sent me to Watamu to write about excursions along the Kenyan coast. At the time, my life was hectic, and I was sinking in digital noise and deadlines. A copywriter by profession, my world was all about words. It was during this work trip that I realized the people I met were leading far more interesting and fulfilling lives.
What if you could explore the ocean, dive beneath the surface, and experience complete silence all on a single breath?
No tanks. No heavy gear. No bubbles.
That’s freediving.
If you’re familiar with freediving, then you’ve surely heard her name. But to truly understand the impact that Natalia Molchanova had on modern-day freediving, you have to look beyond the records – of which there were many.
Seven women of Molchanovs share what draws them to the water, what empowers them below the surface, and the advice they carry for the next generation of divers.
Winter Olympian Kirsty Muir is using freediving as a powerful mental performance tool to gain a competitive edge at Milano Cortina 2026. From static breath-holds to depth training, she applies nervous system regulation and CO₂ tolerance techniques to stay calm, focused, and composed under Olympic pressure.