If you're reading this, it's because we know full well that adventurous blood runs through your veins. Your eagerness to keep exploring the universe and life overwhelms you - and yes, the world of scuba diving will open doors to a parallel universe that has nothing to do with what we know on dry land. 
Scuba diving is a water sport designed for all nature lovers who want to escape conventional activities. The fast pace of daily life sometimes forces us to stop and think about taking a breather, and it's during our free time that we opt for adventure activities. But since we're not born experts, we must follow a series of recommendations before plunging into the deep sea.
First things first... Are you physically fit?
If you want to enjoy the sea, you must first consider several health factors - we're not saying you need to exercise daily, but you should be in good health.
Do you have ear problems?
This is often one of the most common issues, as water is an environment where pressure is primarily felt in this part of the body. If you already have minor ailments, during a dive this could lead to more serious problems like hearing loss or severe vertigo. 
Furthermore, other conditions may prevent you from practising this water sport, such as asthma, depression, diabetes, epilepsy, hypertension, and obviously pregnancy, as it can be affected by pressure variations, among other factors. Additionally, if you're taking medication, you must be particularly careful unless your doctor has guaranteed there won't be any issues.
This is why, before diving, you must undergo a medical check-up prior to a discovery dive or at the start of a course. The examination will cover:
- Height and weight
- Physical examination
- Medical history (covering personal, genetic, family and sports-related data)
- Spirometry
- Basal electrocardiogram
- Submaximal progressive cycle ergometer stress test without gases, with blood pressure monitoring.
Want to know more? Read: Medical Certificate for Scuba Diving
If you're unsure whether you can dive or where to get your medical check, contact a diving company - they'll provide all necessary information.
Should I choose a diving school?
At this point you'll ask yourself this question, and the answer is clearly yes. This is one of the most important considerations. Without their help and without any prior knowledge of diving, it would be impossible to perform any problem-free dive. Diving is a safe sport as long as you respect and understand all safety procedures. 
Therefore, we recommend that whether you want a first experience or to begin your career as an autonomous diver, you seek help from a diving centre. They'll provide proper guidance and training, whether for recreational or professional diving.
