Extreme breath-holding pushes the human body into survival mode. As oxygen levels drop, the brain and nervous system begin fighting back. This video breaks down what’s happening inside the body, why ...

From childhood contests to grown-up moments of poolside bravado, most of us have tested our limits to see how long we can go without breathing. The aftermath includes experiencing a little ...

The setting is 1930s Oklahoma, and Margaret (Sarah Paulson) is gasping for air. She’s just awoken from a dream of lush fields of wheat, of her daughters’ laughter, and then, suddenly, an endless cloud ...

That breath you’re holding right now isn’t just a party trick or swimming pool challenge, it’s actually one of the most accurate predictors of your overall health, vitality, and how many years you ...