Most people can hold their breath long enough to dive to the bot tom of e swimming pool, but on 17 August 2002, Tanya Streeter went a lot, lot deeper.
The 29-year -old held her breath for 3 min - utes 26 seconds and became the world free-diving champion.
she dived 160 metres below the surface of the sea(thats further than three football pitches).
During the dive her lungs shrank to the size of oranges.
Her heart slowed to fifteen beats a minute and she sang her national anthem in her head to control her fear.
Tanya says that her mental strength is more important than her physical strength.
I am a very determined person .
When I decide to do something, I do it.
"Redefine your limits " is my motto.
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