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 ...

Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist and Outside’s Sweat Science columnist, covering the latest research on endurance and outdoor sports. New perk: Easily find new routes ...

The average breath-holding time is 30 to 90 seconds. This time can very by person due to many factors, such as lung capacity and breath-holding training. Jump to Key Takeaways. Breath-holding is a ...