As a health and safety expert, I can tell you that holding your breath for an extended period, such as 2 minutes, can be dangerous and is generally not recommended. The human body is designed to breathe regularly to maintain a proper balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood. Prolonged breath-holding can lead to a lack of oxygen, which can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and even unconsciousness if severe enough. Additionally, the buildup of carbon dioxide can lead to respiratory acidosis, a condition where the blood becomes too acidic.

Attempting to hold your breath for 2 minutes without proper training or preparation can also lead to a condition called shallow water blackout, which is particularly dangerous if you are swimming or in a situation where you could be injured due to a loss of consciousness.

If you are interested in breath-holding for activities like freediving, it is crucial to learn from experienced instructors and to practice under safe and supervised conditions.

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With the benefit of breathing pure oxygen first, the current Guinness World Record for holding your breath underwater is held by Ricardo Bahia of Brazil at a whopping 20 minutes 21 seconds! Most people in good health can hold their breath for approximately two minutes.read more >>