Description
Wim Hof Method is a breathing exercise that focuses on keeping the body in optimal condition and in control during extreme situations with the goal of reconnecting us to ourselves, others, and nature.
Possible Benefits
- May increase energy
- May improve sleep
- May reduce stress
- May heighten focus
- May strengthen immune system
Required Equipment
None.
How to Do It
- Get into a comfortable meditative pose (i.e. laying or sitting down)
- Take 30 - 40 deep breaths. Inhale through your nose using your stomach and chest then exhale naturally through your mouth
- After the last exhale, hold your breath for as long as you can
- When you feel the urge to breathe again, inhale to your full capacity. Hold your breath for 15 seconds and exhale.
- Repeat 3-4 times.
Why it works
The Wim Hof Breathing Method is a science backed method that influences your nervous system. The energy your body releases when practicing breathing exercises can, over time, influence your nervous system and subconsciously change how you respond to things such as stress.
Time Commitment
20 minutes.
Suggested Frequency
Every day.
Time of Day
In the morning before breakfast.
Possible Side Effects
May affect motor skills
May lead to loss of consciousness
Tips
- Sit or lie down before practicing the techniques.
- Don’t try if you are operating a vehicle
- Don’t try if you are in or near bodies of water.
Supporting Studies and Articles
Expand Collapse- https://www.wimhofmethod.com/breathing-exercises
- https://www.wimhofmethod.com/practice-the-method
- https://www.wimhofmethod.com/science
- https://www.healthline.com/health/wim-hof-method
- https://www.wimhofmethod.com/uploads/kcfinder/files/Kilimanjaro.pdf
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1053811918300673?via%3Dihub
