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It depends on the person, if you are a swimmer, you can probaly hold your breath for about 7-12 strokes, but if you dont excercise your lungs, them I wouldn't reccomend for that 15 seconds

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Q: How can you hold your breath underwater for a prolonged period of time and avoid shallow water blackout?
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