Chasing thrills, defying limits
Extreme sports are becoming increasingly popular, as young enthusiasts explore their potential and embrace the excitement of adventure, Li Xinran reports.
Safety first
Li Jiaxi emphasized that safety is always the top priority in their enthusiast group chat and during training.
"Whether training solo or as a team, wearing safety gear, including helmets, is mandatory. Mutual equipment checks are crucial. Only after thorough inspections of gear and ropes can we proceed with the descent," he said.
Li Yuxuan also highlighted the importance of safety. Despite having completed more than 2,500 jumps, she still feels nervous and vigilant before each jump. "An experienced jumper once told me, 'If you're not nervous at all, that should raise a red flag,'" she said.
She views extreme sports as a means to step outside one's comfort zone. However, she observed that many people see them as either safe or dangerous, with no middle ground.
"There's a space between the safety zone and the danger zone that allows us to push forward and grow by expanding our comfort zone. Doing so opens doors to new experiences and possibilities," she said.
