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It's a Good Life

S2E55 Breaking the Ice - an Interview with Wim Hof

Jul 12, 2022
36:44

Wim Hof is known as “The Iceman” for his record-breaking physical feats, such as spending hours in freezing water and running barefoot marathons in ice fields. In this episode, the extreme athlete and global health leader explains how his simple, accessible and science-backed method for activating full potential can keep your body and mind in its optimal natural state.

   

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     The health benefits of taking a cold shower.

·     The advantages of deep breathing exercises.  

·     Brian’s personal experiences with the method. 

 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


Wim Hof Method

 

Wim Hof Method App

 

“Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance,” by Robert M. Pirsig

 

“The Lord of the Rings,” movie

 

“Deliverance,” movie

 

 

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

 

“Cold water brings you to the depth of your brain and body.” – Wim Hof

 

“If you cleanse yourself every day with a good cold shower, you train the cardiovascular system to the best.” – Wim Hof

“The cold has so many benefits.” – Wim Hof

 

“I've been showing fundamental shifts in medical understanding and physiology of what we as humans, naturally and willfully, can do within our minds and body.” – Wim Hof

 

“It is love that drives me.” – Wim Hof



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