Diving in Ramadan: Is it safe? How do you prepare?

Diving during Ramadan is possible with some modifications that take into account fasting requirements and additional challenges.

Special challenges in Ramadan

Dehydration
Fasting reduces hydration, which impairs the body's ability to filter nitrogen and increases the risk of sequestration disease.

Low sugar
Fasting may cause a drop in blood sugar, especially in the afternoon hours, which impairs concentration and coordination.

Fatigue
Changing meal times and staying up late at night affects the quality of sleep and accumulates fatigue.

Tips for safe diving in Ramadan

Choose the time for suhoor
Diving one or two hours after the suhoor meal gives your body enough energy and proper hydration.

Shorter dives on fasting days
Reduce the time and depth of the dive on fasting days and be more careful than usual.

Rehydrate at night
Drink sufficient amounts of water between iftar and suhoor to keep your body hydrated.

The Golden Rule

If you feel any weakness or dizziness on the day of diving during Ramadan, do not complete the dive. Your body knows its limits and your safety is provided.

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Diving during Ramadan is possible and adds a special spiritual dimension for those who balance the requirements of sport and the requirements of the body.