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May 2023
45m 29s

Just try not to breathe

NHPR
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There are few physical challenges more uncomfortable than holding your breath underwater as long as you can.  But if your duty is to pull downed military personnel from waters all over the world, you need to prove your ability to perform in the most hostile and unforgiving conditions. That’s why the Air Force has long made breath holds part of its training p ... Show More
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