The Strenuous Life Podcast with Stephan Kesting

Author: Stephan Kesting

What is it that allows some people to push themselves beyond their limitations? Why can some people survive situations others do not? On this podcast we try to find out the answers. Stephan Kesting, is a lifelong martial artist, BJJ black belt, career firefighter, and outdoorsman. Join us as he talks to fighters, adventurers, competitors, coaches, firefighters, trainers and other people living the strenuous life. Stephan also runs Grapplearts.com, where he has published many hundreds of martial arts videos, articles and tutorials. His free guide to learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, A Roadmap for BJJ, has been downloaded more than 10,000 times and has become a foundational text for the art.
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450 - Save the Fear for Later; Discipline, Fear Management & Survival Lessons from Champion Freediver Anna von Boetticher
Episode 450
Thursday, 10 September, 2026

Anna von Boetticher is a freediving champion, and she joins us today to share her profound insights into the fascinating world of freediving, its disciplines, risks, and the incredible adaptability of the human body. Discover how mental strength, safety protocols, and physiological limits can be used in other sports involving risk and pushing yourself to the limits. Topics include... Diving underneath the ice of Greenland without SCBA The discipline and rules of freediving Physiological limits of the human body Carryover of freediving training to other sports, including jiu-jitsu Mental strength and managing your fear Shallow water blackout, the biggest risk in freediving Risk management in freediving and other extreme sports Training techniques adapted for the Navy SEALS and rescue professionals The importance of self-awareness in extreme sports Follow Anna on Instagram at @freediveanna Check out The Strenuous Life Podcast on our YouTube channel as well: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIdxKkoOmxU Cheers, Stephan Kesting