How to take a cold shower every day

Cold showers can be one of the most effective practices you can do at home every day to feel your best. I have previously discussed the numerous benefits of cold exposure. But the thought of standing in cold water while you wash your body and hair might not sound appealing. How can you make yourself take a cold shower every day and not hate every minute of it?
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In this video, I show you two strategies to get started taking cold showers. Yes, it takes a little bit of getting used to. But if you stick with it, before you know it, you’ll actually grow to love it and want to take a cold shower every day!
Always talk to your doctor before trying this or any health treatment. If you are interested in cold showers, try them and see how they works for you.

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[@bosoxfan2525]

Just THINKING about taking a cold shower and I can already start to feel the benefits of it. No need to ACTUALLY go through with it!! Thanks!!

[@bosoxfan2525]

Update: I actually ended up taking a cold shower later that day after watching a few more of these types of videos, and have been doing so ever since. I have to say that my stress has noticeably gone down at work. I use to tense up in my shoulder and neck area, resulting in a nasty little headache. I had those for about a week straight, and right around the time I started taking cold showers, it went away. I started off with 2 minute showers, then worked up to 3 minutes, and now a week and a half later, I am taking 10 minute cold showers twice a day.

[@SD-xi3iv]

😂😂😂

[@Jos-dd1hs]

Happening right now and it is 48 outside 😭😭

[@hggboutique]

😂😂😂

[@MissSkyeWright]

😂😂😂😂

[@davidgodrei2047]

I am doing 5 minutes showers at maximum cold with some nordic music until my skin gets red and penguins start to appear at the door. Is this also a good method?

[@zacharyfountain5417]

Yes.

[@jeanoliveira4226]

Be careful, the greenpeace may appears too

[@daan5361]

As long as there are no ice bears showing up you'll be fine.

[@GabithWhyborn]

you killed me with that penguins

[@TheCossak]

you might be preventing yourself from reaping the most benefit because there are no penguins found in the north pole, try summoning polar bears and watch as you turn into a Viking!

[@tobeyreynolds8255]

I started like 5 days ago. The first time I couldn’t last a minute, I was shaking, sore and felt like dying really, and I also only let it touch my back. The next day I gave a bit more effort and got the minute in, I was so happy with myself and didn’t feel any tiredness, it was good. I went from Not being able to do a minute to now being able to do a minute and a half while washing myself.

[@TheHumanBodyTalk]

💯💯💯

[@devplasna7188]

First step is always the hardest.

[@o0jalen0o27]

Hey any advice I've taken 3 so far but I can't get all the way in I just wash my head/hair and even doing that for some reason takes my breath some how lmao but I just want to jump in so bad but I feel the water with my hand and it kinda demotivates me

[@tobeyreynolds8255]

@@o0jalen0o27 I would recommend getting used to the temperature first. What I did was I let it touch my back then slowly the rest of my body, this was so I got used to the temperature and it didn’t feel as bad. The head is one of the hardest locations of the body to cover so don’t start with that. I know putting your whole body in is tough but you will get used to it overtime, I believe in you. Also nobody starts perfect, it takes about a week or two to get into the groove of it, so don’t rush yourself.

[@devplasna7188]

@@o0jalen0o27 I know that feeling the coldness of the water will demotivate me, so I just jump right in. I try to tighten my body and hold my breath as I enter the shower and loosen in after about 3-8 seconds. For my first showers, I only let it touch my chest/front body because for me, it feels less cold there. If you are new to it, I would suggest using some sort of distraction to distract you from the cold like music, and a toy you can fiddly with/squeeze. And remember: FOCUS ON KEEPING YUR BREATHING SLOW Wish you success in your cold shower journey! The first step is always the hardest, but I know you will get used to it.

[@spazchicken1]

It’s great when you are having stress /anxiety /depression and you need something to get you to “snap out” from that horrible feeling. Also running to your hearts content helps as well . The wim hoff breathing is also good when done at least once a day. Actually about to pick out some running shoes today in fact. 👍 only you can help yourself and it starts in the mind. 🧠

[@Joe76494]

Yes it definitely helps with my anxiety and my depression it gives me a boost in my day

[@deankenny6173]

Colleen do you follow these methods in the videos for helping with anxiety? That’s what I’m hoping it can help with?

[@Randomyoutubecommenter]

Can we take a cold shower together?

[@spazchicken1]

@@deankenny6173 I actually have been feeling better after getting a job where I am around people. I feel a lot better :) I kinda slipped out of it and and going to get back into it. 👍

[@jakereese79]

I've been taking cold showers in the morning for a little over 5 years now. It definitely wakes you up and I'm almost never sick, so I do believe it has some positive impact on your health and immune system. Now when I take a warm shower it feels odd.

[@HerHomeschoolHomestead]

Thanks for letting us know! I’ll have to try.

[@jakereese79]

@Tom Tom I would say first, research cold showers and the benefits, if you haven't. That should motivate you to try it. I have heard that if you take your normal shower and then finish with cold for a few seconds it will help you ease into going full cold eventually.

[@jermm2183]

immune benefits is something I'm going to doubt but it definitely helps you in the morning!

[@jermm2183]

@Tom Tom Sure man. A cold shower wakes you up in the mornings and are great post-workout (wait till you cool down first at least though) as the cold water is going to assist in muscle recovery. I remember years ago at my old mans place the reason I took cold showers was because whoever built the house thought to put a smoke alarm right outside the bathroom door. I remember adapting to that was a pain, the trick for me was to ease into it. Have you tried a slow, gradual process? Start a bit colder than your usual but still comfortable to you and as you shower, every 30 or so seconds make the shower just a tiny bit colder, get comfortable again, and repeat until it's too much. Stay in that for as long as you want (longer of course is better but it's up to you) then turn off the shower and dry off. A nice thing after doing that is when you exit the bathroom, you're gonna feel a lot warmer than if you just got out of a hot shower. Hope this helps you somehow

[@jakereese79]

@@jermm2183 Do some research on it. "A clinical trial in the Netherlands found that cold showers led to a 29% reduction in people calling off sick from work. Another study even connected cold showers to improved cancer survival."

[@tacticaltireguy2172]

Cold showers have made me more resilient in life. I was changing the WORST blowout of a diaper my 8 month old has ever had. I just powered through it and told myself,”if you can get through your cold showers , you can get through this.”

[@TheeroticMosquito]

That’s enough to get a man’s stomach growling

[@shivakumarpatil7855]

Cold shower is a addictive. I love ❤️ it.

[@Adam-qu5uk]

but it is soo cold

[@teachandfunnstuff3127]

Im new to it

[@teachandfunnstuff3127]

@@Adam-qu5uk Practice makes perfect!

[@OldBaas]

@@Adam-qu5uk that's exactly the point, for me at least. (Didn't realize I was writing an essay here lol.) If you go into a cold shower, you know that nothing bad is going to happen to you, quite the opposite it is actually good. The only bad thing about it is while you are in the shower it is just freaking cold and there is nothing enjoyable about it. Because the activity itself is not just not enjoyable but also quite bad itself, your fear starts to kick in. That fear, which makes every cell in your body attempt to go in reverse. When you stand in front of that cold shower your mind will start making excuses "you don't have to do it", "just put the water to warm it's going to be better". That is the exact fear (for me at least), when I have to give a presentation, talk to a girl, try and step up at my job or university. It's the exact same fear for me and that is exactly why I do it. I conquer that fear every time I step into that shower. I overcome it and feel the growth inside my head. I've been taking cold showers for like 3 days now (just begun doing it) but I feel amazing after conquering the fear. I've also realized that I am more confident with how I ineract with people because I am learning to conquer that fear. In short it is helping me get mentally stronger. Try it once and see how you feel about it.

[@whyyes6429]

@@OldBaas Dang, nice writing man, I've been taking hot showers my whole life and after I started switching to cold showers the feeling I get after them are just way better than taking my regular hot ones, to know I'm able to conquer the fear of cold showers as you said is just awesome and I think it'll greatly benefit my body

[@robperin5365]

I'm 59 and been taking cold showers daily, and practicing Wim Hof breathing method for 1 1/2 years now. I do 3 minutes cold shower (at the end of hot shower) and 5 to 7 rounds of breathing technique with breathe retentions up to 3 minutes, by round 7....no longer use my sleep apnea machine, and haven't had a cold, or allergic reaction since I began. I do believe the cold shower is most beneficial. Hated cold showers at first, but quickly come to enjoy them now

[@dradriancicortas]

Thank you for the feedback! It's motivating.

[@rrijecanka]

Wow bravo 👏 , and u look so great, god are u for real 59???

[@robperin5365]

@@rrijecanka Lol thanks, turning 60 soon. I put 3 minute cold showers but I'm doing 5 minute cold showers now. Again thanks for the compliment. Your awesome and have a great day.

[@Gcarse]

Began cold showers and Wim Hof breathing as part of my New Year's resolution. Lasted about 20 seconds in the shower on day one. By the end of the month I was up to 3 minutes. Hopefully that's good enough. Glad I started right in the middle of winter. It felt more of a challenge taking a freezing cold shower when there's ice outside.

[@robperin5365]

@@Gcarse yes much more challenging taking cold shower in winter time for sure. When your able to breathe normally, and not be shaking your good. 3 minutes is good amount of time. Your doing awesome, keep up the good work.

[@dannyrockdale3915]

I have been having cold showers for years now. It will take your body about a year to accept after that it becomes a normal way of life. I have not had , seen or felt goosebumps on my body for a long, long time.

[@oliverkalali]

how long do you stay on the cold shower? Do you do it all cold or partially?

[@dannyrockdale3915]

@@oliverkalali 15 to 20m all cold.

[@oliverkalali]

@@dannyrockdale3915 Cool (very literally cool) Do you live in a warm or cold country? I mean where I live, in winter the cold water temperature is close to freezing temperature.

[@dannyrockdale3915]

@@oliverkalali I live in Sydney Australia. It's mid Autumn the temperature today was a high of 27° and a low of 14°.

[@Bbydoll90]

Do you get your hair wet every day? Or just your body?

[@ANoteToSelf]

My water heater went out and I really need a shower. Lol This was helpful, although I know I’m gonna have to jump in. Thanks, Doc!

[@oskardolacinski216]

How was it?

[@Kutakakooloo]

Same 😭 I hady I take a cold shower for freaking 6 months already

[@ghoulweeb5902]

Happening rn 😭😭

[@blcodynoses]

litterally me rn

[@halooo._]

Same

[@rebeccakuntz2809]

They only did one side of the body. It's super important to do the entire body, face included. Also very important to do slow deep breathing. The goal is to calm the entire body in a stressed state.

[@DrDavidGeier]

Thanks!

[@QUINTUSMAXIMUS]

I do 2-3 minutes. I'd like to work up to 5 minutes. I am doing this for my health because I have immune issues - IBS. I also started the Wim Hoff method. I love cold showers. It makes me feel so good! I feel good! So good!

[@amerking9798]

I have Ibs too

[@ianlaccohee7180]

I’ve been doing this for a couple of weeks now. I just jump in the shower & straight on with cold water. I have learned to concentrate on my breathing, then after 3 in/out breathe cycles, I’m absolutely fine. I’m in England, so it will be interesting to see how I progress with this into the winter. Within the next couple of months as we progress into the colder weather, I’ll hopefully be able to handle the reduction in temperature. I’m combining this with semen retention, & I’ve noticed some big positive changes in myself recently. May the improvements continue.

[@njoysuccessnow]

The hardest part is the first minute. After that it just gets easier with each passing minute until it just feels comfortable.

[@rodneygratz3239]

Breath-work is the KEY! Do it first!! Limit cold shower exposure to 3 minutes! Daily; in the morning, first thing!

[@bitahosseini9726]

Only 3 minutes 🥶

[@rodneygratz3239]

@@bitahosseini9726 Any more than 3 minutes will possibly expose you to pre-hypothermic conditions.

[@ItzSlashyyy]

Bro how are y’all doing 3 minutes I am dying with 1:20

[@rodneygratz3239]

I've dropped the breathwork!! Channeling for 1 minute, then cold for 3 minutes!! Chevk Vim's videos for the 3 minute times,

[@rodneygratz3239]

@@ItzSlashyyy It's a form of mental inoculation, It will come with time.

[@devplasna7188]

I meditate while taking a cold shower, I feels so calm and relaxing. Cold showers also do help wake up early in the morning, hop in the cold first thing and your eyes will be wide awake by the time you jump out.

[@McGregorsPlumbingandHeating]

At which point do you actually wash yourself though

[@devplasna7188]

@@McGregorsPlumbingandHeating In the beginning, I get all the washing stuff done as soon as the water starts running.

[@mattieterzian9443]

I have been doing the Wim Hof Method. I love it. I am up to 3 minute cold showers. It has only been 2 weeks, I have more energy, my skin looks amazing and I just feel so grateful

[@DanDAlittleMan]

I just took one for the first time and it was way colder than I expected. I thought it would be like a swimming pool temperature, but instantly, my body started to hyperventilate and it felt great.

[@tsw3357]

My PCP introduced me to the WMH method, this definitely has improved my well being. I developed CRPS/RSD of my lower left extremitey/primarily my L foot after a orthopedic surgery years ago, showers, temp. change, exposure to wind, certain textures, etc etc were all very painful, set off a pain response, especially cold exposure, I dreaded it. After practicing WMH as well as other meditative practice, I'm able to take a cold shower regularly, which I believe has decreased my s/s dramatically. Still working on complete recovery, I will accomplish it.

[@areguapiri]

A cold shower in an already cool house or apartment causes more achy bones and overall discomfort. A warm shower makes my bones feel so much better.

[@istealurgf]

Cold showers help bone injuries better it just feels worse for ur bones

[@ricardocastillo5485]

Instructions on how to take a cold shower every day: Step one: take a cold shower every day.

[@joshuasauchak485]

Yup I been taking cold shower for years now

[@CrueLoaf]

A Minute? I thought I was doing well at 15 seconds!

[@CrueLoaf]

I'm up to 2 mins now. :)

[@lunaquinn2651]

@@CrueLoaf in 2 weeks? wow respect

[@CrueLoaf]

@@lunaquinn2651 yes about 10 second increments a day. I only feel slightly uncomfortable during the first ten seconds and after about 90 seconds.

[@lunaquinn2651]

@@CrueLoaf i just got my first cold shower. I’m freezing but also feeling super energetic it’s so fucking weird🦭🦭

[@CrueLoaf]

@@lunaquinn2651 it is great isn’t it? Take it slowly though. I have my phone outside the shower. I step out and say ‘hey Siri, countdown xx seconds’ and pull the power switch and step back in! But build up the time (xx). It’s not endurance, the increments should be tolerable amounts.

[@1willywonker]

I had a cold this morning must say your face is shining ive been doing this for 2 months, it does wake you up ooooohhhhyeahhhhhh

[@CrueLoaf]

any other noticeable changes to your health? Ive been taken them and feeling fatigued but maybe thats part of it which will pass. Or, Id be feeling fatigued anyway!

[@Trillvil1]

It’s winter by me and I take ice cold showers from beginning to end. Probably 20 minutes. I used to do 40 mins for mental toughness. I love em

[@Sing4TheMoments]

How high was your water Bill😂

[@itzspoons827]

Are u even human at that point?

[@CDELLO66]

I’ve started just instantly getting in cold and you do get used to it after a minute but it’s still hard getting myself in there in the first place. Edit: been less than 5 days and I can instantly get in without any hyperventilating or anything and I didn’t need contrast showers.

[@slayloxx]

Currently struggling w this as i do graveyard shift n come home to cold weather

[@CDELLO66]

@@slayloxx yeah I stopped in the winter as it was getting too cold but I’ll do it when it gets hot again.

[@mastertrey4683]

@@CDELLO66 do it in the winter too bc that is when the water is rlly cold you get more benefits

[@Himlee335]

@@mastertrey4683 I live in north east winter showers r painful on face & scalp. But I’ve been doing it now for 6 months..

[@kobalt77]

Good info, thanks for sharing that. I just started today.

[@FosterScott]

I do one round of Wim 30 breathes while it’s cold then the breath hold for a min then the one deep breath in and hold for 10-20 seconds. This puts me at about 3 min in the cold. Do this every day.

[@gladiatorscoops]

For me when I turn the shower on I start with setting 6 out of 10, which is about the temperature of a swimming pool. Get washed, wash hair etc. -Then after a couple of mins I turn it down to 5, which is noticeably colder than my body temperature. Keep it at 5 for about a minute. -Then down to 4 for 30 seconds. -Then down to 3 - 3 is cold and if I don't slow breath I start hyper ventilating and feel slightly uncomfortable. -After a min or so 3 feels fine, at this point whacking it down to 0 feels hardly any different. -Stay at 0 for about 3-4 mins -Tips: Make fists to keep your hands warm as it can really start to hurt the hands. -Cupping your junk helps too. -Get your head and neck under - don't be a pu$$y! DO IT NOW! -Have a hot face wash before so you can open and clean your pores first before washing with cold water which will close the pores. -Be prepared for shrinkage if you are Male.

[@ondead58]

What you mean by shrinkage?

[@mitegai3027]

@@ondead58 haha if youve ever jumped into a cold pool or anything youd know, but roughly, cold water makes your scrotum and penis shrivel up, but scientifically it has something to do with sperm being really sensitive to temperature so they move closer to your body to preserve heat. not permanent if thats what you were wondering lol.

[@ambarishtiwari93]

Damn Man! Gladiator of cold showers!

[@lobmob3235]

@@ondead58 pretty sure he’s talking about the jimmies

[@lobmob3235]

@@ondead58 or hair*

[@nickschager9668]

I started taking cold showers, and I love how many benefit’s there is to it.

[@bentahomosa8589]

Some of the benefits are ..??as per you

[@von_Apa]

I start every day with a could shower, it makes me happy! Life is great!

[@DrDavidGeier]

I did that for a long time and loved it. I now do almost daily cold plunges, but I do miss the cold showers. Keep up the good work!

[@brandonmontgomery7461]

I'm about a year into cold showers and it has made a big difference in my mental resilience as well. My showers are virtually 100% cold at this point

[@upbeatvibe8418]

Thank You! 3 days of cold showers and felt my Apathy leaving me:)

[@Stars12358]

Tip: I started taking cold showers recently, I made the mistake of starting out with a 5 min cold shower then turning into warm shower. Start off warm because when I started off cold, my muscles rly began to cramp and tighten up.

[@Maydara86]

Hello, how do you transition from warm to cold, do you do it slowly over time or you just turn the knob to cold and that's it?

[@tasalkhan6017]

​@@Maydara86do it slowly

[@drivingwithoutdrama8358]

If we swim in the sea, which is cold, most of us walk in. So the cold hits your feet first, then lower legs and so on up. Do the same in a cold shower. Our feet are less sensitive, the top of the head feels it most. Slowly working up the body until its on the top of the head may be the easiest way.

[@cannedcan9788]

I'm the opposite, jump in completely and get it over with. In the shower it isn't that easy sadly hahahahahha

[@dripalien4529]

And how aee you suppose to do that in a shower

[@colintyler1405]

@@dripalien4529 My shower head is on a hose. So I can start with my feet and work my way up.

[@seanryan3020]

How to take a cold shower every day: 1. Move to the tropics 2. Live in a village/house with no hot water 3. Sweat all day Worked for me!

[@landonbeyette2361]

How I've done mine is I wash with a hot shower because it works better and then right after I'm done I turn the water down to cold and this gives me energy to start off the work day I take 15 or so minute showers 5 of that 15 minutes is actually cleaning up I do thoroughly enjoy a cold shower

[@Tdr-jv2nc]

I have my cold showers in the evening and it helps me sleep. I usually do around 2 minutes at the end of my normal shower

[@AsteroSloth]

I don’t have a water heater cuz Latinoamérica. I literally would’ve never thought it had any benefits.

[@RomanianButterfly18]

🤣🤣

[@eresseer6158]

you're a good advert for it, you are glowing!

[@brentmichael1975]

Thanks DOC. I was looking for advice on what time of the day to take cold showers morning or night or even both. I started doing this a couple days ago mainly because of dry skin issues. However after coming across this video I’m going to keep track of other changes as well. Thanks for the info!!

[@ivanln1684]

Same had dry skin issues

[@Dyslexic-Artist-Theory-on-Time]

Makes you feel good mentally

[@Neil_MALTHUS]

*It's all about DISCIPLINE. Choose a goal you want to work towards. See the incredible value of striving for it. Know that it's all about ATTITUDE and that the steps you take to reach your goal are going to be wonderful for you if you believe they will.*

[@abrahamhorowitz8374]

I am currently doing cold showers. I started with the first method you showed, and have now graduated to the second. Other than the feeling more awake, not sure if I'm seeing benefits. I am giving till it starts getting cold again to evaluate if I do this permanently. I'm hoping there's more to it.

[@eddieschneider1947]

those shower scenes were a must without which i could not understand what it is I am supposed to do

[@exclusives1625]

thanks DR. DAVID GEIER, LIFE CHANGING!!!!!

[@strikerfrost7222]

So I assume "cold shower" means the maximum/most cold your shower water can be? Or does it simply mean not warm?

[@DrDavidGeier]

Let’s talk about this tomorrow, Feb. 3, at Noon ET, on his Ask Dr. Geier Live! show. Until then, check out the hundreds of videos here and thousands of articles on his website - drdavidgeier.com - in which he discusses every musculoskeletal injury suffered by athletes and active people. - Dr. David Geier team

[@Ghostx777x]

I believe the rate of change is what shocks someone. If you were in a quiet environment and suddenly a loud alarm sound starts it’ll surprise you - this correlates to the temperature different when you take a cold shower.

[@librapower7810]

I go straight in to cold shower up to 12 minutes, straight out of bed, started doing this everyday since December 2020, sometimes 3 times per day, I actually don't want the water temperature to increase anymore as we are in springtime in UK.

[@perrindushime20]

Do u clean yoursleft in the cold shower ?

[@librapower7810]

@@perrindushime20 yeah about 3 minutes onwards

[@zeno9474]

Wait like you just jump in there no hot water

[@Francesca_Lettuceshreds]

My boiler broke down during the pandemic and lockdown, and that's when I began taking cold showers. I love it, especially after a workout. I don't like warm water on my body and hair anymore. Actually, the coldest water temperature is not cold enough for me.

[@mvp5514]

Thanks for the demonstration Dr, I just started doing this 2 days ago.

[@davinatest8467]

I’ve managed one leg for 10 seconds so far….can Dr David send me some anaesthesia please?

[@glennmariacher4525]

You are the first to clarify to use warm water for washing! Thank you.

[@samuelbongcayao3733]

Living in Bullhead AZ. no cold shower during summer, water is between lukewarm and hot when temperature is 110 - 120 degrees F outside.

[@Tinatina1380]

your skin is so perfect, it's shining

[@mywealthylifestyle7247]

I shower with warm water and rinse soap off then turn on cold water stand under it while rinsing my body well...feel great after...i had a bad experience with shower with all cold with soap. Started itching because of the soap not being washed off good...best thing ever cold showers.

[@antares3097]

I been taking cold shower since August of 2019 and it's therapeutic...👍

[@denniswills8788]

I lost my hearing for 3 weeks in one ear, i went to the doctor and had them flushed out. My hearing did not return. He said they were clear of wax. I thought when i have a hot and cold shower my nasal passages clear up so why not my ear passages, i let the hot water run into my ear by opening it up for one minute, then turned to cold for one minute. It didn’t help immediately but an hour later my hearing returned, it was amazing, my hearing is better now than ever.

[@TpayneD]

it's better to bring the temp down gradually, while turning slowly around and around

[@dumbgirl8]

My water heater broke so I have no choice but to take cold showers until I get it replaced. And I live in a cold climate so the water is VERY cold. I start by just putting one segment of my body in at a time to get used to it (legs, arms, then torso). I also turn it off in between washing so I can complete my shower routine without getting too cold. It's really uncomfortable at first but afterwards I feel amazing!

[@DrDavidGeier]

That's one way to learn to take cold showers, I guess. Thanks for sharing!

[@DubMagic12]

I have been doing cold showers for 1 month and a bit, i love it. I heard it helps to prevent you getting sick, but guess what, i ended up getting the flu (not from the cold shower), I guess i just caught something, but i was hoping since we were approaching flu season the cold showers would help prevent it and it didn't.

[@vickywitton1008]

I have been having cold showers for only four days and it is still hard, esp on my left side where I have nerve damage. I hope it will get easier, sad to say it is the weight loss idea that encourages me but I hope it will improve my asthma and anxiety too!

[@tracesprite6078]

I have been having cold showers for 3 and a half years now. First I start with warm water and then go to cold water. I finish rinsing my hair in cold water. My hair is much thicker now and my skin is smoother but it hasn't helped with weight loss or asthma.

[@CBraxton]

I bathed in warm water, then turn it gradually cold. I do this because in my experience, its easier to lather soap in warm water. It also lets it be less of a shock than going straight to pure cold. Also, my water is from a deep well, so it’s plenty cold.

[@summertime87]

It's easy for me to do it in the summer time, not so easy in winter

[@seanmorton1172]

Thank you ! I totally agree cold showers make you feel more energetic, And feel alert. What do think about soaking in epsom salt in warm water ! God Bless

[@Bognerman14]

Unfortunately I can't take cold showers. I have RSD and it is often triggered by cold water and sometimes cold temperature. Even icing a body part can cause me a horrible flare up and significant pain. So keep in mind, this is very dangerous for many people.

[@Bognerman14]

@@shelley4417 Refrex sympathetic dystrophy. I have horrible reactions from ice cold water, such as an RSD flare up.

[@luisenriquefonsecaplatasan5267]

I totally recommend it. It definitely makes you feel more alert and energetic. 🥶 🧠⚡️

[@cherylredden9067]

Thank you for this explanation. Also for the SIRI reminder! Lol.

[@lilscharmxoxo4925]

After this vid I tried a cold shower and it feels so much better then a hot shower

[@barbieg7718]

Very helpful! Thank you 😊

[@teddyzamba1396]

I find it works best to make the change to cold water by beginning with only one quarter turn of the water knob, so your body adapts much quicker to cool water as opposed to cold water. Now, after doing this on a regular basis; you are ready to take the knob another quarter turn, so the temperature delta is halved each time. This helps with duration and the adjustment is less of a shock. Also, in a seasonal climate, the winter is far more taxing to endure the cold than in July. So, if you are a procrastinator, this is a good reason to mind meld across the change of season; which is nice.

[@jonathantalamoa1912]

Thanks Doc, gonna try it with the fam!

[@aviationds5624]

It was horrible 😂 but felt like 15 seconds rather than a minute. Thanks. Finally did it

[@De_26]

Just don’t think about it I always talk to myself to not think about it 💯

[@Miksen572]

I can't cold shower when cold water touches my body I feel like the heart is stopping

[@agthaog1986]

what do u think about doing a solid exercise in the morning prior to ur cold shower. i notice when i come from the heat n take a shower ice cold i can barely tell n i adjust perfectly

[@tatertots6199]

I had a knee injury from jumping to high and landing on it, I knew something like this was going to happen because game after game it’s been bothering me, finally i landed on it and immediate numbness of the knee and tingling of my foot, ER doctor said I had a MCL Sprain, but the numbness comes from under the patella, It’s been 4 days, and I still feel the numbness under the patella and tingling on my foot, Should I go to the clinic? Or just wait it off

[@paulychannel7914]

The absolute best way to get ready for a cold shower is to have a warm shower , crank it up until its almost too hot to bear , then turn on the cold, kinda like having a sauna & then jumping into cold water ( known for it's health benefits for centuries). Jumping straight into a cold shower ...... Overhyped & nobodies gonna do that!.... PS I've personally done the hot/cold shower for probably 20 years now , it feels amazing .&....every morning I look forward to it ! ......Wouldn't look forward to a cold shower LOL!

[@Isabelle-fs8jv]

I actually stay in for 30 minutes not 10-15 👀

[@jermm2183]

For me I hate waking up in the morning and also don't want to take caffeine, that stuff adds up some serious expenses for a broke guy like me. A drive to planet fitness for a shower is my norm (don't have a shower here) and when I take a warm one I feel soothed and while nice, just makes me more tired. A cold shower though really wakes you up but they're... annoying, take it from someone who has been doing them for years

[@robertbanks8076]

If you are Hyperventilating buy controlled breathing, you are definitely NOT using the WHM. The breathing method he uses is not forcing out the breath, but letting go of the breath which is actually gentle. I keep finding people who profess that Wim’s breathing method is Hyperventilating and to me, that means they have never had a hyperventilation event. I have been practicing the WHM for 2 years now and started using his method because I was in the habit of Hyperventilating when stressed and now I never have those episodes.

[@TheMoltenpepper]

I just did my first cold shower but i slowly worked to cold started atl uke warm after 15- 30 seconds reduced the temp by a bit now its cool same thing then reduced it til it was cold andi actually stood in there for 2 mins i did deep breathing and calm state and pictured a rainy day walking outside it helped. Will let you guys knows of my progress :D was kinda terrified at first about temperature shock causing heart attacks apparently so thats why i started luke and worked m way down to be careful of body shock.

[@robclancy6001]

Been doing it for 1 month noticing no changes just enjoy the cool down and fresh feeling before nodding off to sleep.

[@TheAhmadnt9]

I don't remember getting sick since i found out about cold shower though WHM , it's absolutely addictive

[@reinholdsnulle4042]

Never hyperventilate in shower or in any water... Wim Hof never has suggested hyperventilation in water

[@Sanamxnm]

This doc is jacked😮

[@RicardoVL_]

Yooo If You Have Acne,Starting Taking Cold Showers now I've Been doing it for about a Week,Its wayy better now

[@rawr419]

gave me a headache and but neck hurts from shivering never again

[@a.s.1309]

I never try cold shower please tell me how long to take cold shower ?

[@jason-jo2jw]

whats the diffrence between taking warm shower for 1 min and then taking cold shower for 2 min vs taking cold shower rightaway .. and which is better ?

[@DrDavidGeier]

Great question. Dr. Geier will happily discuss that if you are able to join him this Friday, Oct. 28, on his Ask Dr. Geier LIVE! show - 12 PM ET on his KZbin channel. Until then, check out the hundreds of videos here and thousands of articles on his website - drdavidgeier.com - in which he discusses every musculoskeletal injury suffered by athletes and active people. - Dr. David Geier team

[@jq4423]

Great tips. I am wondering what region you live in and what temperature the cold water is there?

[@dovleac]

I've gotten to the point of turning it all the way cold. But then I feel like I'm in the same degree water as a Giant Squid or a Loch Ness Monster and I have to try no to scream.

[@lixd3054]

Embrace the C 0 L D🥶🥶🥶

[@barbmoody4892]

It took me just about 5 times to work up to over a minute. They are addicting.

[@kingston4313]

Thanks doc. I’ll give it a go

[@amyberg1413]

Not bad in the summer, I actually start craving it before I go to bed. We'll see in the winter. I keep my house cool so getting in a cold shower when you are cold may be a lot harder.

[@thecyanpanda9854]

I'm going to start today. I have a low-grade cancerous brain tumor for which I'm taking oral chemotherapy. It makes me really tired so I'm hoping cold showers will help me.

[@ZoeLyn-oj1kj]

Hey Sorry to hear that. Hope you are doing well. Look up intermittent fasting it has magical benefits to fight cancer. Best wishes

[@thecyanpanda9854]

thanks@@ZoeLyn-oj1kj

[@AnonymousAccount514]

Thank you

[@abigailgarcia3090]

Starting tomorrow!

[@Batu1923]

We haven't had hot water for 2 days now. A problem or an opportunity? Who knows lol. I guess no matter what, I have to take cold showers 🥲

[@BlueGuise9]

I am honestly terrified to try this! I tried a cold shower ages ago and bottled out. I'm not a very fit person so this is a major shock for me.

[@ademosthenes4911]

How cold should the water be to be considered a cold shower? I mean, i live in Alaska.

[@monasingh-theo2859]

It helps in anger management..when relationship got broken, you need to behave normal in system...take things easy...have cold water bath everyday...you break the zone when you bath in cold water...long hairs, water persists there long....