These Dangerous Sports Are Sure To Get Your Blood Pumping

If you are a thrill-seeker, then you might be interested in exploring some awesome extreme sports. These are perfect for daredevils because they are dangerous and will definitely get your blood pumping. However, if you take the right steps and approach this the right way, you can also stay completely safe enjoying these activities. So, let’s take a look at some of the best options available here that you might want to try for yourself right now. 

Base Jumping

Ever heard of BASE jumping? This is widely considered the most dangerous sport in the world and once you try it for yourself, you’ll soon understand why. Indeed, it’s actually illegal in most places and there is a higher chance that you get injured than you successfully landing a BASE jump free of any issues. So, what does this sport entail? Well, it’s basically like skydiving except instead of hurling yourself out of a plane at 10 or 15,000 feet, you jump off a building or a cliff a few hundred feet high. Basically, if you can find a high enough ledge, you can attempt BASE jumping. The problem is that at this height you have literally seconds before you have to open your parachute. If you jump off a cliff, there’s a chance that thermal currents could cause you to smash into the side. If you jump off a building, you could hit another building close by. 

Of course, that’s just the beginning of your issues because the next problem is the landing itself. You’ll be coming in hard and fast. Without the right technique, you can shatter your kneecaps or break both your legs. We’re sure you want to avoid this issue, but for many base jumpers, it’s going to be a lottery whether they successfully land the jump. Try this sport at your own peril. 

Cliff Diving

It’s simple to understand and it’s appeared in numerous movies including the Twilight Saga and most recently Bumblebee. Since it seems to be so popular in Hollywood you might think that this sport isn’t dangerous at all. Oh, you couldn’t be more wrong. Cliff diving is thrilling and it can be deadly. The problem with jumping off a cliff is that you can’t guarantee where the rocks are below. People will tell you that you can watch the way the water is moving but this is tricky. 

White Water Rafting 

Or, you could want to consider white water rafting. You can consider using a canoe or a kayak. The argument of a canoe vs. kayak will depend on numerous factors. However, generally speaking, you need to make sure regardless of which option you choose you to know how to stay upright and get out if the craft does overturn. Otherwise, you could be in serious trouble. 

Skydiving

Skydiving is dangerous for obvious reasons. But, what better way to get your blood pumping and your heart pounding than by jumping out of a plane thousands of feet in the air? Often viewed as the most exhilarating sport, skydiving will give you an experience that you’re not going to forget. A tandem dive is what you will experience and here you will have a qualified professional strapped to your back so that they can make sure nothing goes wrong. If it’s a thrill you want, that’s definitely what you’re going to get.

Horseback Riding 

Horseback riding might not sound dangerous, especially seeing as it is a common sport to take part in. However, it can be if you fall off. Plenty of people have injuries because they have fallen off the saddle, the horse has spooked and bucked them off or they have fallen and got their legs caught. The injuries from this can be quite severe, but it’s well worth the risk when you’re flying against the wind on horseback. It is one of the most thrilling experiences, and if you’re looking for an adrenaline rush but you don’t like heights or water, it’s definitely one to consider.

Rock Climbing

Rock climbing can be extremely dangerous if the person is not experienced, or does not have someone with experience at their side. It is vital that no matter what, you never go rock climbing without someone who is fully trained in how to operate the ropes and other equipment associated with the sport. The scary thing about this is that you get really high up, and while you’ve got support from the person holding your rope, one slip can be very dangerous for you. 

Don’t worry, as long as you aren’t trying to do this alone you’ll be fine. However, if you are experienced you might try to go it alone, which makes it all the more terrifying and yet all the more thrilling.

We hope that you have found this article helpful and now see what some of the dangerous sports that will get your blood pumping are. Have fun!