Anna-Karina Schmitt

It took me some time to truly accept it myself—but swimming is one of the most powerful foundations for freediving performance. In my first two years of freediving, I believed the only way to improve was simple: dive more. But over time, that perspective shifted completely. Structured swimming training transformed the way I prepare—not only for depth, but also for pool disciplines. Butterfly swim into sunset, Zollikon, Switzerland Swimming provides an incredibly efficient environment to...

Meditation practice and making it available in everday life is one of my favorite topics — I could speak about it for hours. Maybe that’s why this text became quite long, even though the meditation itself is very simple. My intention is to give you practical guidance — a clear how-to — but also something more important: the encouragement to simply begin. Find a way that feels natural. Find a rhythm you enjoy you have pleasure with.

Diving from 50 to 80 meters in FIM, a new freediving discipline for me. Documenting the method, focus, and team support that made every dive safe, mindful, and full of joy under the water.