Adventure Sports Podcast9 Juli 2025

Ep. 1088: Ira Hayes - Best Day Ever! Paragliding, Sailing, Breath Work

In today’s episode we visit with Ira Hayes, an adventurer with a remarkable life story. From flying planes at a young age to base jumping and paragliding, Ira shares his experiences of pushing beyond comfort zones and the thrill of adventure sports. He discusses the dangers associated with these activities, including a harrowing sailing experience that led to a refugee status in Cuba. Ira emphasizes the importance of breath work in enhancing performance and managing risks in adventure sports. The conversation also touches on the role of technology in adventure sports and the significance of living a fulfilling life while honoring one's passions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Adventure and Fearlessness 03:02 Pushing Beyond Comfort Zones 06:04 The Thrill of Base Jumping 08:47 Safety in Adventure Sports 11:56 The Allure of Paragliding 14:54 Navigating Life's Challenges 17:43 The Epic Sailing Adventure 20:50 Surviving the Storm 23:44 Refugee Status in Cuba 26:48 The Journey Back to Safety 33:51 Returning to Cuba: A Personal Journey 35:16 Writing as Tribute: A Father's Legacy 37:30 The Importance of Adventure and Experience 41:21 Navigating Challenges: The Essence of Leadership 41:45 The Unexpected Path to Flying 44:35 Defining Moments: Life and Death Experiences 46:29 Breathwork: The Key to Performance and Longevity 51:32 Understanding Breathing: A Gateway to Health 53:43 Dojo Air: Merging Technology with Breathwork 56:33 Breathwork in Athletic Performance 01:00:34 Optimizing Breath for Physical Activity Our Sponsors: * Check out Nathan and Sons: https://nathanandsons.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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