A breath-hold timer that keeps the session readable.
Static is a dry static apnea timer for iPhone and iPad. It separates preparation, hold, and recovery so every round has a clear beginning, end, and stop option.
More than a stopwatch
A generic stopwatch can measure a hold, but it does not guide the table around it. Static keeps the whole session visible: phase, round, hold time, recovery time, and progress after completion.
Timer settings
Run a simple dry session with prepare, hold, and recovery phases. This browser timer is intentionally conservative.
Prepare · Hold · Recover
The timer follows the training phases.
Large states and calm cues help you know what is happening without constant screen attention.
Dry training guide
Phase cues
Voice, sound, haptic, and countdown cues can mark transitions before a hold, during the hold, and into recovery.
Table previews
Previewing rounds before starting reduces surprise and helps you decide whether the session is appropriate today.
Stop stays available
A visible stop control reinforces the right habit: end the session early when a warning sign appears.
When a timer is useful
Use a static apnea timer when you want repeatable dry sessions: CO2 tables, O2 tables, comfortable-hold practice, or a beginner plan. The point is not to turn every hold into a personal record. The point is to keep structure consistent enough that progress is honest.
For table structure, read the CO2/O2 table guide, then try the CO2 table generator or O2 table generator. If you are new, use the beginner breath-hold training plan before building custom sessions. Record completed dry sessions with the static apnea log template, and use the breath-hold progress calculator only for planned confirmed PB checks.
Static apnea timer FAQ
What is a static apnea timer?
A static apnea timer is a timer for structured breath-hold practice, usually separating preparation, hold, and recovery instead of only measuring one stopwatch interval.
Should I use this timer in water?
No. Use this timer only for dry practice while seated or lying down, away from water and hazards where fainting could cause harm.
Why does the timer include recovery?
Recovery is part of the training session. Tracking recovery keeps tables repeatable and reduces the temptation to rush into the next hold.
What does mark contraction mean?
Mark contraction records when you notice involuntary breathing contractions during a hold. It is a note for review, not a target to chase.
Not for water safety
A timer does not make solo water breath-holding safe. Static is not a rescue tool, medical device, or blackout predictor. Any in-water training requires qualified supervision and appropriate safety protocol.
Download the dry static apnea timer.
Start guided Prepare, Hold, and Recover sessions on iPhone and iPad.