Beyond 100 Meters: A Freediving Athlete Mara Guida’s Growth Journey

02/09/2025 41 min Episodio 14

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In this episode of The HERitage Show, I dive into the world of freediving with professional athlete and instructor trainer Mara Guida.From her first experience with scuba diving to becoming one of the few women in the world to dive beyond 100 meters on a single breath, Mara shares how freediving became a powerful tool for self-discovery and personal transformation.We explore the mental strength required to go deep, the role of fear and how to meet it with presence, and the daily rituals and lifestyle changes that support high-performance athletes in the sport. Mara also opens up about the importance of gratitude, enjoying the process, and how becoming a freediving instructor has fueled her own growth.Whether you’re an ocean lover, athlete, or someone navigating personal growth, this episode offers depth — in every sense of the word.⏱ Chapter00:00 – Introduction to Freediving and Personal Journey02:09 – The Mission and Impact of Freediving04:31 – From Hobby to Professional Athlete08:37 – Training Regimen and Mental Preparation10:52 – The Depth Experience and Overcoming Fear13:04 – The Philosophy of Freediving and Life Lessons16:32 – Addressing Risks and Safety in Freediving19:12 – The Safety of Freediving21:19 – Confronting Fear and Self-Awareness23:14 – The Journey to Entrepreneurship25:40 – Becoming an Instructor Trainer26:00 – The Benefits of Freediving27:25 – Future Aspirations in Freediving29:35 – Final Insights and Wisdom🌊 Connect with Mara GuidaInstagramSup tour websiteFreediving school website🎙️ Hosted by Ling Shi✨ Wellness & Burnout Coach | Host of The HERitage ShowLinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠

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