Not everyone is able to.
It is believed that the hobby needs to get away from the monotony of everyday life, to relax and get a dose of positivity. In the world there are thousands of different Hobbies – from philately to embroidery. But some people choose extreme Hobbies that can become life-threatening.
1. Skydiving
Skydiving or parachuting is a popular sport that provides an adrenaline rush. In modern days most of the parachutists must be in possession of two parachutes (in case the first is not revealed), but deaths occur in this sport so far (about 1 death per 150 000 jumps). Also very frequent are injuries, even in the case of a fully functional parachute.
2. Deep-sea diving
The definition of deep sea diving can vary depending on certain categories, but from the standpoint of recreational diving, a depth below 30 meters, generally considered to be “deep dive”. It is with this depth for some divers, there is a risk of nitrogen narcosis. In addition, there is always the risk of an attack of some marine predators.
3. Base jumping
One of the most extreme sports – skydiving or wingsuit with fixed structures. Base jumpers often jump from buildings, antennas, spans bridges, and hills on earth. Because of the lower jump height (compared to conventional parachuting base jumping is significantly more dangerous than skydiving from aircraft. Moreover, base jumping is banned in many places.
4. Rafting
Despite the fact that he is considered extremely dangerous sport, rafting is becoming increasingly popular in many countries around the world. It is associated with numerous hazards such as the risk of drowning, getting injured by rocks and branches hidden under the water, as well as heart problems caused by release of adrenaline.
5. Climbing
Although climbers typically use ropes and harnesses, climbing is still a very dangerous hobby. Injuries due to falls are relatively rare, but the injuries caused by inexperience, are very frequent. To minimize the risk of injury during climbing, it is recommended to check the condition of the equipment before climbing. You also need to be familiar with the conditions of rocks in place of the ascent, check the weather and adequately assess their physical form.
6. Parkour
Parkour is mainly practiced in big cities. It is an extreme sport in which a person continuously moves through various obstacles. This sport (and, as many believe, life style) were initially developed from military training to overcome obstacles. Most injuries that happen while playing parkour, only the surface, performing more risky tricks to face even death.
7. Ice climbing
Ice climbing – overcoming the steep ice slopes using special equipment. Usually fans of the sport to climb the ice falls, frozen waterfalls and cliffs covered with ice. This extreme sport like rock climbing, but he’s more dangerous because the ice is more unstable and unpredictable material than stone.
8. Mountain Biking
The most extreme version of mountain Biking – downhill mountain Biking on a steep slope, and terrain. In this sport the risk of fractures is high, as in any other.
9. Cliffdiving
The most dangerous form of diving and jumping into the water is cliffdiving — jumping into water from rocks in natural conditions. They are considered to be extremely difficult and dangerous to execute. Cliffdiver are often faced with hidden underwater debris and rocks while jumping.
10. Caving
Caving — the descent and the study of “wild” natural cave systems. It is worth noting that the caves are very dangerous places (they have a lot of risks associated with the collapse of rocks, hypothermia, falling, raising the water level, falling rocks and physical exhaustion). In addition, rescue people from caves is often difficult and time consuming.
11. Running of the bulls
Running of the bulls is a Spanish tradition that represents the race of people through the city streets before a group of angry bulls. It’s a weird and extremely dangerous pastime practised in Spain, Portugal, Mexico and the South of France. Each year, injured up to 100 people. Deaths are relatively rare, but there are also.
12. Swimming with sharks
One of the most extreme entertainment for relaxation is swimming with sharks, which is usually practiced in a protective cage. However, the most daring swimmers actually do this in open water among the ocean predators. Needless to say, even a small shark can easily kill a man.
13. Mushroom
Gathering mushrooms in the wild at first glance does not seem anything particularly dangerous. However, there are two good reasons why this can actually be a very dangerous distraction. Happened so many cases where unsuspecting hunters attacked by wild animals (e.g., bears, boars or wolves). Also, there is always a big chance that you may mistakenly eat a poisonous mushroom. In Europe about 10 000 people die from mushroom poisoning every year.
14. Poker
Worldwide, there are tens of millions of players. For most of them this casino card game is simply a way to have some fun and maybe earn some extra money. However, there are people who become too obsessed with the game, and eventually lost all his money.
15. Sports betting
Sports betting are also extremely popular hobby that is somewhat similar to investing in stocks and poker. Unfortunately, this craze has ruined a lot of lives, turned for some people into a real mania.
