Transform Your Health with Cold Showers - Dr. Berg's Guide to Cold Showers

[@curtis1951]

I took a cold shower once and it does help your memory. It was years ago and I can still remember how cold it was. 😂

[@MerrillllirreM]

🤣🤣🤣

[@NoyzRose492]

hahahaha Curtis, that was very funny :)

[@BlueKittyLuluQ]

I used to have to jump in a cold pool at 7 AM and do laps. I was in shock the rest of the day from the hypothermia (my metabolism wasn’t up for it yet at 7 AM.). Never again! 🥶

[@elisem1912]

hahaha

[@JenJen0582]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@zackking900]

Took my first cold shower ever and let me tell you, it was not easy! But after the shower you will feel so calm and happy. I will definitely continue this.

[@lokimani4658]

Does cold water means the same normal room temperature water or cooler than it

[@διαβόητο23φάντασμα]

@@lokimani4658 just the cold water on nothing of the hot sir

[@harisdiz.5817]

I believe at first body is in shock and fear of dying however you can simply tell it(because you know it's true) that it is safe and what is happening is not going to harm it. It is also a great mental exercise of will to endure.

[@coloradostatesenatorsteven7443]

@@harisdiz.5817 that's just water hitting your face and your brain thinking you're drowning.

[@michaelfriscia8166]

I'm always happy to not be suffering from hypothermia anymore

[@dturn03]

It’s been a year now since we’ve been doing cold water immersion. One of the benefits that doesn’t get talked about a lot, but we were discussing the other day, is the mental benefit of making yourself do something that you really don’t want to do. I think there is great carry over to living life in getting better at doing uncomfortable things.

[@paulydigital8827]

Thats right!

[@edwarddodge7937]

True. And if you suffer from depression *everything* is uncomfortable.

[@africancockney8712]

I substitute cold shower with early morning workouts. A government employee, I deal with discomfort all the time.

[@christinebadostain6887]

Right on!

[@prepperminded5732]

Agreed. Its incorporated in Navy SEAL training.

[@HappyLeoul]

I started taking cold daily shower a week ago. It benefited me in the following ways: 1. WillPower - Forcing yourself something you don’t want to do increases your mental strength 2. Energizes you - I’m always surprised how I feel really tired, but then I have all the energy I need right after cold shower 3. Save time - I typically spend less than 2-4 minutes in shower 4. Save energy - no need to run bathroom fan because there is no steam 5. Bathroom mirror won’t fog

[@MDAM12716]

Number 5 might be best the best reason to do it lol.

[@rocketplayer_0094]

​@@MDAM12716 ahahahahahahaaah yess

[@adityanijave3393]

5th one is most imp 😂

[@MurataSolos]

and i think hot showers cost more and gen z needs the will power part like most of us gen z is down bad in every way shape or form

[@suryakiran9171]

6. It also prevents dry and itchy skin from hot showers 7. Upgrades your cold resistance skill

[@Nobody-dd3hr]

Cold bath effect: Cold resistance 30% Inflammation recovery 20% Mental damage resistance 50% Status ailment resistance 20% Healthy buff

[@smeckjee]

Tnx for explaining in gamer language

[@hanzchii9245]

When you dont understand what doctor said but someone translate it to gaming language

[@the_random12345]

And it helps you save in-game currency

[@hanzchii9245]

@@the_random12345 mmm nice less credits wasted i can buy other things

[@akiro9635]

@pyropulse armor 50%

[@mfm6]

I started working out recently in the mornings, by the time I get home I'm still hot and sweating so I take cold showers to cool off. The feeling of a good workout and a cold shower combined is one of the greatest feelings. I'm awake, more alert, energetic and in a better mood throughout the day.

[@itsshaytime487]

I also do this…it’s great!

[@bestlife4894]

I'm doing the same thing after walking for 30 minuted in thr morning.I take a cold shower. How good and energetic I feel also my mood changes.

[@catherinemoore2188]

God help me, I'm going through serious blood sugar swings..I can't do the showers yet, I know I need to. I'm still trying!

[@eddietheman8870]

You'll lose muscle gains that way. Generally you should take hot showers after a workout. Or wait 3 hours after workout to take a cold shower

[@empireclout]

@@eddietheman8870 this is true!!! It will harm the gains after the workout. I always love cardio after weight lifting then later in the afternoon/evening throw the cold shower in to eliminate more cortisol and call it a day!🤙🏼✊🏼

[@delawareteacher1182]

I am almost 50 pounds down with Cold Showers, Intermittent Fasting, and No Sugar! Thank you Dr. Berg :)

[@no3ironman11100]

Remember man, thank yourself for it too, not just like you owe it all to the people saying things.

[@michealjaymurphy]

calorie deficit is the only thing helping you

[@dommafia]

@@michealjaymurphy exactly lol

[@delawareteacher1182]

@@no3ironman11100 Thank you for your kindness!

[@MWLE.EDITZ..]

@@no3ironman11100 You probably planned for him to comment that

[@Hailey90617]

I have been taking cold showers everyday for the past 2 weeks and I can tell you my experiences. The first 10 seconds kinda takes your breath away and then you get really used to it and it feels amazing! It makes your hair smooth and your body smooth and the rest of the day you feel really energetic and wanna do things! I would definitely recommend!!!

[@lastyear2239]

Really?

[@Hailey90617]

@@lastyear2239 yeah! You should try it!

[@lastyear2239]

@@Hailey90617 it will not affect your hair's health right?

[@Hailey90617]

@@lastyear2239 I don't think so. Hot water usually dries the hair while cold water makes shining hair and it helps with hair growth. Cold water is said to be way better for your hair then hot water. So far it has made my hair more smooth and less frizzy.

[@lastyear2239]

@@Hailey90617 my hair is thin... That's why I asked Thanks for your reply 👍

[@MrFylledal]

Cold showers saved my life. Everytime I feel suicidal or depressed I take a cold shower and all the dark thoughts dissapear. I feel great rest of the day and I sleep like a baby. Edit: I can answer some questions in the comment secton below. I've been depressed since I was 17, now I'm 32. My depression did not go away but cold showers gives me a 100 x better antidepressive effect than any pills. I've tried atleast 20 different medications and nothing really works. Why I feel suicidal is because i can't feel anything, I'm catatonic and the only way out is death in my mind. Instead of lying in the bed and feeling sorry for myself I ALWAYS promise myself to take a cold shower. Why? Because when that cold water pours over me and I can feel every cell in my body then I know I'm alive. The effect maybe only last 4 hours in worst case but it usually lasts the whole day. It's the best technique I've discoverd. Combined with the wim hof method it's a life saver. My showers last between 2-5 minutes, I live in an old house in Sweden so the showers during winter time are brutal.

[@TiMalice2009]

I’ve found that reducing sugar and exercising helps my mood too.

[@Neddy540]

100% agree

[@helengrace6553]

Mr Fylledal you’re incredible. Good for you! You’re a champion. A whole lot better than the medical crap! Keep going! Keep inspiring. Thank you hero! From NZ 😉

[@josephschuster7181]

My Grandfather swore by cold showers, and he loved to be 95!

[@DontBowToEvil]

A good kick between legs has the same effect

[@Iamjulez27]

Been taking cold showers everyday for about a year. I can attest to the benefits. I don’t really feel the cold harshly at all anymore. And winter outside is more comfortable.

[@MSwobs]

Did you go right into it or did you gradually make the showers colder and colder

[@Iamjulez27]

@@MSwobs I started out with normal showers with about 15-30 seconds of full cold at the end to finish. Did that for about a week and then got rid of hot showers and went pure cold 3-4 mins. Occasionally have a blasting hot bath in and out of cold shower. Better circulation, better moods, better skin even.

[@nimz8521]

How cold is cold? As cold as the shower will go?

[@Iamjulez27]

@@nimz8521 yeah tap set on hard cold. In summer it wasn’t cold enough.

[@moedark4390]

I dont take showers.

[@onthemoveot]

I have been doing cold showers everyday (straight under the cold water) everyday this year (2022). The first 30 seconds can be tricky but after that your body gradually gets used to it. I’m finding now that after 5 mins it just feels like warm water:) I crave it and feel great after the shower.

[@robertfarquhar2780]

That reminds me of the winter freeze in Texas,, I remember a pipe busted and they're ran under our house and I was getting soaked when trying to fix it and it felt warm so I didn't mind it but I take cold showers all the time. Very rarely do I take hot showers. I've been taking cold showers since I was 15 and I'm 27 now and I had no idea there were any health benefits, I just hate the heat.

[@Tapman99]

I’d rather have a hot shower for 5 minutes.

[@laestrella9727]

Every (space) day.

[@ClowneryAtItsFinest]

Wow 😮 these comments have me over thinking about starting tomorrow.

[@HarmzConscious]

Cold showers bring so many benefits from self discipline to increased muscle mass and concentration it’s mad and it’s something they don’t teach us in school along with semen retention. Anyway I just made a vid on all this and went in deep I’d appreciate if you take a look you’ll learn something great 💯💪🏽

[@eddierandombeats3057]

I been doing it for 3 days and it feels amazing… I’m on the path to changing my life physically, spiritually and mentally since I’m going through some health problems and a lot of stress.

[@cruzcruz9657]

God bless you,iam doing that,for Trigenimo Neuralgia,im getting much better,4 weeks,i feel great,i bless God for He is good😃

[@lorddragoono]

I hope you are doing ok

[@kaylahall1219]

I want to improve my MS and draw closer to God and Jesus Christ also.

[@zulm7329]

bravo 👏🏻

[@dannyhendy]

I have been having cold showers for months. A big benefit is that it builds your willpower. It has really helped my motivation.

[@vokzz8179]

What time you take a cold shower?..

[@dannyhendy]

@@vokzz8179 usually in the morning, but I generally have a coffee first to wake up the system a little bit. I know some people have one first thing in the morning but that's pretty hard core. On days that I'm going to do exercise I just have one after that. On occasions that i don't feel up to it I incentivise myself by promising myself a hot shower in the evening as a treat.

[@b_cause]

Danny, I was hoping your motivation would have stopped at that horrible comment you left the world to read.

[@asiangoose90ti]

Bruh this is easy; I could do it for an hour and I just started.

[@eksquisite]

@@dannyhendy ur "motivation" comes from the caffeine u ingested not the cold water

[@fujmon]

I have been taking cold showers every day for over two years now. It's nice to know about the health benefits because I mainly adopted this practice to save over $50 a month on my electricity bill (along with stopping using my dryer and oven).

[@dominic6542]

I did it for two years from summer 2019 to summer 2021, without any warm showers. I stopped because I didn't really have a reason to continue and I'm not dieting or anything lol

[@clasher7275]

No no don’t become a cheapskate

[@1908oceanworld]

Me too, except the cold shower.

[@zobopup]

Biden's America...

[@Zenith_Nulls]

@DAT 💀 💀

[@mikebutcher3879]

To anyone struggling with the cold. Relax . Try not to fight against it . The key is acceptance. Your body is strong , you can deal with its affects, we’re built to deal with such conditions . Go get it

[@cunn1n6ham]

“The key is acceptance.” So true for so many things that are initially difficult…that kind of thinking will help you get through so much in life.

[@DASH-NZ]

Exactly!

[@MalibuGlassMI]

Amazing comment.

[@MarMaxGaming]

This is inspiring

[@sinu0us]

@Koosha Las Vegas Ex Muslim Did Jesus build himself, or did the father, or are they the same person? I'm confused...

[@nathaliecorriveau76]

I started taking cold showers during our heatwave and noticed a change in the softness of my skin, my hair is softer and I have more energy, I can now take only cold shower without any warm water for 10 minutes. I love it! 🙂

[@Meimei_777]

I take twice a day in this heatwave ,and true my skin better and anxiety decreased

[@bluepie9162]

It definitely makes you hair super soft

[@gonzalo4658]

@@Meimei_777 hahaha. ❤

[@reforest4fertility]

Nice, timing-wise, cuz i've started over this not-so-wintry winter, tho i am up in Canada.

[@ingridclark2068]

Me too. Its Great Thanks to wim hoff I starten 2 montessori ago. 😊❤

[@colbyd4858]

Been doing this for two years now. Anxiety gone, T levels up, brain fog gone. This was life changing for me.

[@imanafdar]

whats dr berg refer to is room temperature water right? when its morning water usually cold, that kind of cold right? or ice cold?

[@Matsuro_まつろ]

@@imanafdar As cold as you can tolerate.

[@hadhutch88]

Thats amazing brother been dealing with brain fog and anxiety myself gonna give this a go

[@gilbertrtf2195]

I’ve been taking only cold showers for that last 4 years and I do 12 hr fasting. I’m in my late 40’s and have not been sick since then.

[@antonie8012]

I have been struggling with brain fog for years. I will definitely give it a try ASAP!

[@jayfilho18]

It’s wonderful to hear you discuss the cold showers and cold exposer. My long-term exposure to cold showers made me believe in thermogenesis. I’m 59 years old, and a former college professor encouraged me to take cold showers to prevent sinus and flu episodes when I was 21. I gave it a go, starting with hot showers and working my way up to the cold exposure-no more hot baths after that. As a result, I had fewer cold episodes in forty years and no other health problems. I had more energy and focus, better and smoother skin, and fewer sports-related injuries. You will not be sorry if you give it a shot. Greetings from Brazil.

[@carstenhansen5757]

So NO hot showers at all? Sounds painful, when you shave? Well, if you shave in the shower, that is. :D

[@VarunKumar-bc7vr]

How about cold showers at night after workout?

[@433Boomer]

Getting out of your comfort zone often will break up complacency mind set and better prepare one for unplanned happenings .

[@rajendarmenen3672]

Fully agree.

[@jairfilho3047]

@@carstenhansen5757 I vary between lukewarm and cold occasionally, but never hot. I’m a bearded dude, therefore I just shave below my neckline and above my cheek line (LOL). In fact, a smidgeon of lukewarm will suffice. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment.

[@mart34]

Couple of tips - - Start off warm then drop temp gradually - Breath deeply when dropping temp, it takes the shock off. - Dont forget to leave on normal temp for partner :-)

[@keisuketakahasi4584]

i ve don this for about a month but still cant get used to really cold showers

[@iROChakri]

@@keisuketakahasi4584 weak turkey haha

[@davidwood8439]

I like the last tip the most lol

[@franka4312]

@@davidwood8439 It depends on which role you have in the partnership. If they are the boss, put the temp back. If you are the boss, push them in the cold shower... it’s for their own good. 😂

[@master-of-mind5881]

It’s what I do anyway.

[@ofcl.faculty]

I have been taking cold showers every evening since March 14th. The first two times, my immune system was triggered, and I had that feeling you get before catching a cold, but I did not become sick. After that, the feeling went away. Cold showers help clear your mind of anxiety and stress, and you feel amazing afterwards - crystal clear. Although I still feel uncomfortable on some days, I continue to do it consistently because I know I will feel better afterwards.

[@sbf432]

Samesys

[@FreekingAwwsome]

@Dr. Eric Berg DC it's been three months of cold showers and my body has changed the peripheral neuropathy the cactus accident (prickly pear 300 entries in legs); my diet no sugars eating mostly sea weed then a month ago BOOM I VOULDNT BREATH I was told I had walking pneumonia I tried fighting it to no help and I got a script of amoxicillin for five days now I'm good but still the cold showers did not seem to change my life I sopposed I'm a different human than others as now I'm back to depressed and short tempered

[@thelongevityproject]

I’ve taken a cold shower almost every day for the past year and it’s changed my life in so many ways.

[@Screenwriting]

How so?

[@thelongevityproject]

@@Screenwriting more energy, better focus, decreased inflammation (helps with my psoriasis), I used to get a cold frequently and bad allergies and now that’s all gone. I’m more alert and I get better sleep. 2-3 minutes a day can change your life.

[@cmc6299]

@Ali Ali I was wondering the same thing. I shower every day but dont wash my hair every day as it would take too long to dry & I need to get to work.

[@cmc6299]

@Ali Ali i hadnt thought of that but you might be right to be concerned about it

[@Fishin4funout4trout]

@@thelongevityproject Awesome. Thanks for that great info. I'm gonna try it. I've heard that another thing that helps with Psoriasis, eczema and acne is juicing with organic celery juice. Look up medical medium.

[@beastywild]

I'm a 30 year old guy in Ireland with multiple sclerosis. I have numbness and tingling in both hands. I recently read a study that MS patients with these type of symptoms started having big improvements and noticed the numbness and tingling started to disappear. I'm going to start having cold showers today to see how I react, happy to provide updates if anyone's interested!

[@VZ-Warrior_Soul]

Interesting to read your comment because I suffered a brain stroke abs from that my whole right side as barely any feeling and lots of tingling going on. Allot of nerve damage as well. I’m happy to hear “cold showers” helped you and again, hearing this helped you I’ll give it a shot as well.

[@gkg6711]

Yes please let us know how it goes. Hope it works for you

[@davel5018]

Has it been helping 2 weeks later?

[@REV-mu5tu]

I am 58 Had MS since 1997 I take lukewarm- cold showers,hot showers i almost pass out,in summer alot i shower outside under the water hose,Just if u over heat Do Not Jump in a Cold shower I over heated and did that i had a bad headache for 2 days,i cooled my brain way to fast,try CBD oil helps the Numb & tingling well or it did for me

[@niamhbyrne4036]

Would love to know how it's working for you, have a lovely day

[@samuelpeery]

For those hyper sensitive people, I took an extremely slow approach. The first day I would just do my hands, the next day my arms, etc. I would only add what I could stand. The thing is, your body adapts over time so the body part that was sensitive today will become less sensitive tomorrow and over time my whole body was able to take the shock of the cold without any problem at all.

[@juliaworksonstuff]

I'm very hypersensitive to touch and sound. I can attest to the building up of strength. I've been taking cold showers for about two almost three months and I started with dry brushing first and then I started jumping in a cold shower afterwards and it's tough, no doubt. I have to remind myself that the cold shower is literally the hardest thing I have to do because after that EVERYTHING feels manageable. I started noticing myself leaning into it more, noticably more because I take a lot longer cold showers than I used to and for the first time I actually washed my hair in the cold shower (I have a lot of hair). I still struggle to do it especially because I started in winter weather but practicing in winter will make it all the more enjoyable and rewarding come summer time. Next winter I hope to be able to do the cold immersion in a local river or lake. Who knows, maybe I'll be able to do it at least once this winter... 💁

[@rae9603]

I just turn it on straight in my face, like ripping off a band aid, gets you used to it very quickly haha

[@urielmartinez2161]

@@rae9603 same lol

[@kaymarham5486]

That's good advice and useful to know - thank you!

[@woahblackbettybamalam]

Pro tip: Splash cold water from the sink on your face and body before getting into a cold shower. Makes it so much easier

[@yvettecantrell1787]

Before I became a mom, my husband and I were young and starting off rough. We couldn't afford electricity or heat. I took cold showers every single day for about 6 months. I remember during the winter I would step out of my freezing shower feeling like needles poking me in the legs. Don't recall getting use to it, just remember thinking "Do what you gotta do"... We finally got back on our feet. However, one thing I also noticed was how gorgeous my hair was. I mean shiny, volume. It was just healthy looking.. Cold showers are rough, especially during winter time when you have no heat or electricity, but cold showers do wonder to your hair! 🙂

[@stanleyyelnats1313]

I'm 52..and I've been following your advice since Jan 1 '22.....I'm down 30 lbs....my energy is back to like my early 30's.....and my body feels GREAT! Dr. Berg has saved my life....please listen to him!

[@Drberg]

Congratulations, Stanley! That's terrific! Sharing your success story to Dr. Berg's website will be highly appreciated! Please use this link: www.drberg.com/add-client-success-story

[@BillAnt]

Along with weight loss, it also shrinks the penis size.... so I'm told. lol

[@BlueVibe]

@@ronaldrenegade8519 ive been following it for months mate

[@JohnTheRevelator11]

@@ronaldrenegade8519 no. Actually people follow this religiously. I used it to loose 30lbs and kept it up for years

[@1e0s]

Been taking cold showers for over 2 years now. Always after exercise, Really helps with resistance to cold weather so lower heating bills. And the sense of wellbeing is beyond measure

[@LyokoisGreat2]

Yea heating is so expensive nowadays

[@1e0s]

@@LyokoisGreat2 They can stick their heating bills where the sun don't shine. Going within is where your power is✊💛

[@crbrxv8018]

@@1e0s 💀💀

[@1e0s]

@@Letsberealish Bin doing that all my life, that's why I'm resilient to the cold!

[@1e0s]

@@Master.Baiting_to_you Only cold, unless it's hairwash day in which warm for hair & finish off with cold

[@AegisAuras]

The first time I took a cold shower I noticed my skin’s sense of touch was very acute and reactive afterwards. It reminded me of when I was a kid, when my senses were sharp and awake.

[@JohnBbDog69]

lol what are you 80?

[@phreak761]

@@JohnBbDog69 97 👴

[@danieljames8588]

I've been doing cold showers everyday for over a year now. I'm so used to it now I actually look forward to it. The jolt boosts my mood and energy and my waistline has definitely shrunk. I was very glad to see I still had my washboard abs under the spare tire I had grown since college.

[@MightyMonk360]

That’s tough over a year you’re an inspiration, way of the warrior, I have a long way to go.

[@danieljames8588]

@@MightyMonk360 they say it takes about 2 weeks to form or break a habit before it starts to feel routine. Any perceived difficulty or temptation to quit is just mental and fades away eventually. The water is no less cold but as I said I look forward to it now, because I know how refreshed and alive I will feel afterward. It's easier than drinking Apple Cider Vinegar, in my opinion.! I do a lot of difficult things for my health, but cold showers isn't at the top of list.

[@Vivungisport]

That's awesome man. Ive been doing cold shower for a month after Sauna. Now I can manage 10+ min under the "cold rain". And I Don't walk into the Sauna imidiately because the afterward effect feels wonderful. I will start doing ice baths this spring. Where I aiming for 1-3 minutes.

[@johnk3852]

Did this as a 30 challenge ~ 6 years ago. Have not stopped since and never plan to. Best change I've ever made in my daily routine.

[@notjustforme]

I started taking cold showers after reading the Wim Hof book last October. Never got on with the breathing, but i absolutely stuck with the cold showers. I am a different man now. Truly. So many changes started happening after a few months of cold showers. Stopped smoking and drugs after more than 15 years of massive use, my skin conditions went away, almost no dandruff anymore. better sleep. i don't really mind cold weather anymore. Started to get up early every day and go to sleep at a fixed time. I am sure it's not because of the cold showers, but because of the new mindset to start the day with something truly uncomfortable, feeling so much better after it. Might start with the breathing again now that my lungs start to work better :) Am dreaming of cold baths sometimes, but that's not an option currently.

[@kenzieusa3356]

How long do you take them and do you think a long cold shower is worse than short cold shower?

[@johnk3852]

@@kenzieusa3356 For me, I am probably in there no more than 2 minutes. It's everything I need to feel great and ready to go in the morning. 5 min, like Dr. Berg recommends, is not realistic for me to maintain over the course of time. Any habit I pick up, most important thing, I think, is to make sure I can actually maintain it. Anything too extreme, I will never stick to over time... and compared to most people, I'm pretty extreme.

[@kenzieusa3356]

@@johnk3852 yeah that’s true consistency is key. I feel like even if I’m in there long enough and get used to it, it doesn’t work as well I’m not sure how to explain it

[@umadevaguptha]

My dad is 70+ years and there was never a day when he skipped his morning cold shower. As you rightly mentioned, he is fit as a fiddle with no BP or diabetes or any ailments that usually people at this age suffer.

[@chrisafp071]

I'm sure he probably had other good habits for his health right?

[@sweetmac17]

@@chrisafp071 yes and I am anxious to know too.

[@stellar476]

If he is concerned with his health enough to subject himself to cold showers everyday, he's obviously doing other things that contribute to his overall good health. This is what we call an anecdote.

[@Giell1]

My neighbour is 73 and as healty as anyone can ever be. He never took a cold shower in his life. On the other hand: no alcohol, no cigarettes, eating healty, and daily 45min run.

[@philipbuckley759]

one incident does not make a case......there are too many variables, etc, to say....

[@georgeyin3321]

a few years ago, my water heater broke during the coldest month in southern california, i had to take cold shower everyday for 2 weeks. i dont remember the benefits, but i remember how happy i was when i finally had the hot water.

[@HebrewHercules]

The coldest month in so cal thats funny.

[@jacobo9611]

A whopping 62° probably lol

[@DUNELIZARd7]

Dude it is mind set

[@aidandeleon697]

Tried during winter, and can totally recommend, it really makes you appreciate warm showers that much more and adds a further understanding to what pain is.

[@LovelyQueen_76]

what?

[@wanghaf_Gl0yper]

@@LovelyQueen_76 can you read?

[@planetgoddog325]

@@wanghaf_Gl0yper 😂

[@Bafftubz10]

LMAO

[@aliasgharkhoyee9501]

For anyone finding it difficult: start with 5 seconds of the cold water just on your head. Then wait about 30 seconds before starting a full cold shower, the rest of your body won't feel much of the cold shock.

[@diamonddust576]

Thanks for the tip. .

[@pedrocarvalho6423]

Yes, I always start with my arms, my legs, then my head, and finally full body.

[@lindasue8719]

Thanks for the tip I'm willing to give it a try. Cold showers generally irritate me and put me in a bad mood.

[@MalibuGlassMI]

@@lindasue8719 You're the only one that's saying this.

[@Mark4Jesus]

Wim Hof didn't recommend getting your head cold, as I seem to recall bad things could happen (like passing out or something). Something about sympathetic vs parasympathetic.

[@Hirogen7]

#11 it improves your discipline and self control! Just tackling one minor hurdle each day makes you feel successful and strong. I’ve practiced this for 2 years now, I’m the guy out all winter in a t shirt, every time someone thinks I’m nuts I hold their hand and every single time mine are FAR warmer than theirs in gloves and coats. Circulation improvements are significant. Also, I was completely asymptomatic to COVID when my kid brought it home from school. Also, cool water is much more gentle on your skin and hair, it doesn’t strip away the oils. Especially important in winter as we’re already very dry. These are all great points I’ve waited for this video so long, thanks again.

[@helengrace6553]

Thank you for your great inspiration. So simple. So effective. From NZ. 🛁

[@ThePrimal.Podcast]

Cold showers basically shock your entire system to run more efficiently and not be in its comfort zone. It also helps you regulate your body temperature if you feel cold all the time. (Which was perfect for me)🤓

[@andrewmeiklem5098]

But how does one handle the cold? I always loose my breath

[@olcrai]

@@andrewmeiklem5098 are you a man or are you a mouse... I'm only kidding. Yes yes, it does take your breath away, it does shock you to say the least, but the benefits.... oh the benefits...

[@micksimmons8644]

@@olcrai LOL

[@babajaiy8246]

My body does better with hot showers, except during the summer. Otherwise cold showers for me promotes imbalance in my body which means less efficient.

[@zeehuss7275]

@@babajaiy8246 same with me. I have sinuses and mucus problem so cold shower makes me sick. Also for women,. during menstrual cycle cold shower is the worst..

[@tripd4949]

I do this off and on, but I prefer ice baths. The trick is to wash with warm water, than change it to cold and see how long you can handle it, increasing the length each day. Edit: This guy knows his stuff

[@kochidojackson4174]

Taking notes amigo

[@fottylf1897]

I’ve been taking a cold shower for a month at the moment, and not having anxiety, I actually forgot that I had anxiety for two years 😂 I hope u get what I mean, it is life changing for me ✨

[@trevortoerien1749]

I have been doing cold showers now for 3 years. I am at a stage where I do full cold showers (no hot water at all) winter or summer. The best part is the feeling when I step out of the shower. Invigorating....the best way to start the day.

[@ЂорђеКозић]

Last year, while working from home, my daily morning routine involved a mandatory wake-up shower, which I would start out normally and would gradually start making the water colder and colder. I must say that it worked wonders for me, far better than coffee or any other substitute.

[@altosawq6471]

VOMANA

[@altosawq6471]

@Harri Sarajärvi sisu

[@Dr.Kryptanical]

@Harri Sarajärvi Did you mean Immune System?

[@HarmzConscious]

Cold showers bring so many benefits from self discipline to increased muscle mass and concentration it’s mad and it’s something they don’t teach us in school along with semen retention. Anyway I just made a vid on all this and went in deep I’d appreciate if you take a look you’ll learn something great 💯💪🏽

[@PocketMarmo04]

That sounds much more feasible than an immediate ice cold shower

[@rontiemens2553]

Been taking 5-7 minute cold showers at 3:30am for almost a month. Makes me feel unbelievably awesome until I go to bed 18 hours later. I HATE doing it, but the payoff is just too big in terms of how fantastic I feel every minute of the day. So I do it every day.

[@leehngwenya5593]

Been doing this for 10 years even during pregnancy. ..That is my wake up pill/ coffee... so much energy , and very true to immune boosting. I can attest to that 100%

[@kennymichaelalanya7134]

CDC: "Immune boosting" what's that? Sounds like Misinformation, conspiracy theory stuff .

[@psr68]

@@kennymichaelalanya7134 sit down white man

[@kennymichaelalanya7134]

@@psr68 I'm actually mixed . Only my moms side of the family had people with blonde hair and blue eyes. My dad's side has the bloodline of Inca. Nice try though. I noticed RA the Rugged man called Tim Pool a white man but that didn't apply as well because he's part asian .

[@psr68]

@@kennymichaelalanya7134 So white washed is the more appropriate term for you then?

[@kennymichaelalanya7134]

@@psr68 but I thought you didn't believe in conspiracy theories? yet here you are regurgitating the medias fake talking point. Oh your Ghislaine Maxwell got sentenced and found guilty but judge orders all details on Epstein's Network to be sealed. In summary: It's worse than all the "conspiracy theories".

[@xo7454]

I started winter hiking/winter walking in spring 2019 and have never been sick since. Now on day 10 of cold showers. So good!

[@acousticidaho]

I started taking cold showers about 2 months ago. The difference in how I feel is absolutely amazing! Better workout recovery, less stress, more energy, etc. Cold showers are here to stay!

[@MelB868]

But a freezing shower hurts and is stressful I love them nice and warm not feeling like ice

[@NyaVale]

@@MelB868 This goes away.

[@haidysama3005]

Don't ya feel cold ?

[@acousticidaho]

@@haidysama3005 For about 30 seconds or so. Then your body gets used to it and you are good to go!

[@acousticidaho]

@@MelB868 I felt the same way until I tried it. Try starting off with a hot shower and then end it with a cold blast for 60 seconds.

[@Handle12456]

To those who have doubts and fear about cold shower, I wanna say that it is possible for anyone to start practicing and there will be a time when it will just be a part of life, even during the winters.

[@Drberg]

Right. Thanks for the advice.

[@alhakch.402]

I'm doing a cold shower after I wake up at 04.00-05.00 am, been doing it for three months now. Headache, back pain, simply gone. I don't even have a problem with my high blood pressure anymore. ✨

[@Drberg]

wow

[@Neddy540]

Incredible discipline you have 👍

[@enriquebroncales]

@@Drberg yeah ! Wow

[@alhakch.402]

@@Neddy540 anything for health man. Actually there's a time when I overslept or when it feels too cold to take the bath on early morning. But since I really feels the difference on my body compared when I'm not taking cold shower, I forced myself to continue doing it.

[@helengrace6553]

@@alhakch.402 great determination in your part and thanks for the encouragement and inspiration. I use outdoor old fashioned bath amongst olive trees in NZ 🛁

[@anewman5404]

I can concur with all of this. O have MS suffer from anxiety and depression amongst other things. Started taking cold showers in March this year and my mental and physical health has undoubtedly improved.

[@djjeckel65]

Why cold showers are bad?  Some people should exercise caution when taking cold showers. This includes people with weaker immune systems and those with serious heart conditions, such as congestive heart failure. This is because the sudden changes to body temperature and heart rate may overwhelm the body

[@pabloortiz2321]

I’ve only taken cold showers after a hard workout. But yesterday I tried a wake up shower because I had no option since our boiler is out. And it woke me up more than any amount of coffee ever could. For the past month or so, we’ve been boiling water on the stove and showering the way my parents used to in Mexico when they were kids. But that cold shower just hit different and even when we do have hot water again, unless I absolutely need to, I personally don’t think I’ll be going back to hot showers. Now I understand why people in other countries are just so alert, and healthy overall.

[@scoobtoober2975]

As a kid visiting greece i saw everyone had stainless bright polished water tanks. They said that is all they use for warm water. I said what if it's cold out. They said too bad. They enjoyed it a bet. We've been missing out. I did one last night and it took a bit to get used to. Pretty good in the end.

[@percybyssheshelly]

I'm 72 and I've been taking cold showers everyday for months. I divide it up by doing thirty seconds on bad wrist, 30 seconds on feet and ankles, 30 seconds on knees, 30 seconds on bad shoulder, 30 seconds on face and eyes and then about a minute on rest of body. I have reduced my aches and pains by about 90 per cent from doing this routine. In the past I've always experienced a lot of pain after a hard workout. Now, when I do a hard workout it's like I didn't do the workout at all. The cold showers have been that effective in pain reduction.

[@kinpatsu6366]

I've been doing them since 2018. Absolute game changer! I do hot first, then switch to cold. You get used to it. It has done more to help my mood/depression than any medication ever did. Focus on controlling your breathing and keep your head under the water as much as possible. (Blue spot of the brain.)

[@ruthietreselan]

Do u think it helps with weight loss?

[@lolawants2008]

@@ruthietreselan of course. Energy & blood flow help with everything. Stress & cortisol levels, poor sleep- are all HUGE factors in weight gain, or keeping fat. Anything that helps your blood flow, mood, energy & sleep- will help with weight loss 👍

[@lolawants2008]

Blue spot of the brain..?

[@mrderwoz]

You are right, I do same, hot and then cold shower, great stuff.

[@avonlady30]

@@lolawants2008 Maybe he is in the Blue Man Group.

[@ToddAndrewCole]

Thanks Dr. Berg! I like to take a very hot bath first, and then a cold shower. The very hot bath makes you uncomfortable after a while, so taking a cold shower brings you relief and comfort, so you actually begin to associate cold exposure with comfort. The cold really is wonderful when you get past your natural fear of it. Your body also adapts (the hormetic effect), so it's not such a big deal after you've had some experience doing it regularly. We are the results of our habits, and this is a great habit to have. Thanks for helping us be healthy Dr. Berg. I wish you and your family all the best this holiday season. I'm glad you're here!

[@Rosesraspberries72]

I remember one day years ago, it was summer in Australia and I poured myself a hot bath..I started feeling really sick due to the heat of the water, got out and felt like I was gonna pass out. Outside it was pouring down rain, and coming off the roof in a torrential water fall..I stood outside under the cold water and instantly felt better.

[@ToddAndrewCole]

@@Rosesraspberries72 That's the way it works! Thanks for your story.

[@zeehuss7275]

@@ToddAndrewCole It worked because it was summer... in winters it's totally the opposite.. cold water makes you uncomfortable and switching to hot water brings peace.

[@ToddAndrewCole]

@@zeehuss7275 Yes, the hot water is very relaxing. I love the hot water as much as the cold. Best regards.

[@dreammachine5014]

@@Rosesraspberries72 Heat causes vasodilation, which is widening of the blood vessels. Your blood pressure might have been low due to hypovolemia, or dehydration. Drink more fluids to prevent that. Using a cold shower to cause vasoconstriction to get your blood pressure closer to normal may make you temporarily feel better but it's not a healthy way to treat that condition. The reason why is because what would happen if your body got hot again? You'd feel sick again and maybe even pass out. Get a blood pressure monitor at the pharmacy and check your blood pressure occasionally. Also see a doctor that knows or can take your medical history and make a proper diagnosis. Good luck, hope you feel well, stay healthy and safe. Happy Holidays!

[@drew-gray]

As someone who very slowly got into cold showers (reluctant like many), they have since become a near daily thing for me the past few years and have been absolutely life changing. It sounds too good to be true, and there is a cost of being uncomfortable, but I really have seen all of these benefits. I almost never get sick, my mild allergies are literally gone, my anxiety and brain fog (especially during the pandemic here) are 100x easier to manage and a cold shower is way more potent than caffeine for focus for me with no crash. I am less sore after workouts as I recover faster, and my 50 pound weight loss is probably much more due to healthy diet changes so it's anecdotal, but didnt hurt! Thank you SO much for sharing this and about Wim's work. He and you have changed my life! 🙏 Happy Holidays

[@arcticmorning]

im going to start today!

[@davidmickles5012]

@@arcticmorning You can ease into it by taking a HOT bath for 15 min. Then open the drain and start running COLD WATER ONLY into the tub. Little by little plug the drain, then open it etc etc.. until you are sitting in REALLY cold water only. Sit there for 15 min. You can finish with a warm shower if you want.

[@arcticmorning]

i think its going to take awhile for me to endure 10 or 15 minutes of cold water... 'mamamia' i guess 3 months

[@drew-gray]

@@arcticmorning Sweet! Hopefully it goes well for you! You'd be amazed how quickly you adapt to it. I used to be so uncomfortable in warm weather (relying heavily on AC) and also got cold easily and now I have a much larger comfort threshold! The way I think of it is no different than cardio really - just starting after years of being inactive will be very uncomfortable at first, but before you know it you can move 2x better with less perceived effort

[@BkBk-gy6vr]

All in your head

[@keidiawadu4333]

Great advice. I cool down my showers consistently and at age 68 years, all of my body markers and youthful vitality are outstanding. Good job, Doc.

[@iwthswlosl]

The first 40 seconds of a cold shower is painful but than your body adapts to it, I’ve been taking cold showers for 3 minutes a day for about 2 years now and it’s definitely alleviated feelings of depression.

[@jtown1bb]

I clean my body the same way I scrub my dirty dishes. There is no way I could ever take a 3-minute shower.

[@bulgiriri]

I clean my self first with warm water and then I change to cold shower for a few minutes.

[@MelB868]

Actually no I have to have mine warm only weirdos take cold showers

[@MelB868]

@@jtown1bb I wouldn’t either

[@iwthswlosl]

@@MelB868 don’t knock it until you’ve tried it, and yes I am a bit weird and proud of it.🤪

[@flycorvus]

I take shower in my garden. All the time, no matter what month. Yes, in December, in Europe. Wintertime. After the shower, no towel. Just staying in the sunlight for another ten minutes. I love it.

[@joosepnilk6978]

Sunlight in December? Are you on the Moon named Europe?

[@aprilannwheeler6247]

We have an outdoor dog bath/shower. Time to repurpose that this winter!

[@flycorvus]

@@joosepnilk6978 Sunlight in December, for sure. And I'm in a Mood. :-)

[@fkysdiab8440]

I hope your neighbours don't have windows 😂

[@flycorvus]

@@fkysdiab8440 My neighbours have cameras for YT livestreams. :-))) Try to find them.

[@TheFFAAIISSAALL]

Actually, two years ago, I took a very cold shower in the winter, especially at dawn, until I got water at a freezing point. It is really very useful for two minutes, after which you do not feel cold.

[@abranisdz34]

Lies

[@unhealthyquinoa8333]

It's true though lol. I worked at a summer camp and the hot water was busted, so I was forced to shower every night with cold water and just wash my face in the morning. You get used to it eventually from a couple seconds to a couple of minutes of exposure, your energy level does increase

[@Raven-wv5oe]

I been doing cold showers in the morning every day for 3 months, i feel full energetic, mental stronger, heavy workouts, better sleep. Keep it up! oss

[@TheeAftermath559]

I just started this routine. I would start off with my usual hot shower for about a min. Then turn it more on the cold side little by little every 30 seconds to adjust. I would do that for 5-10 mins. Its pretty amazing really. UPDATE: I am now use to cold showers and never sleep better at night 💯

[@Pr0x1m1f1c4710n]

I used to shower normally with warm and then also towards the end before i got out turn it lower and lower until it's the coldest. Might not have as good an effect, but it's a good way to get into it, and maybe start doing it more and more cold bit by bit.

[@andrewevans6826]

I been taking cold showrrs without thinking about it. I need to cut back on hot water n clean faster

[@gochiuto4416]

@Mekehl not if the purpose is to get used to it first

[@veclubby]

It's my 2nd day. The first day i was gasping for air, i couldn't breathe after 5 seconds. Thought i was going into cardiac arrest. Day 2 i managed deep controlled breathing (exhaling fast) and i love it now. I feel so great afterwards. I have a warm shower for 1 minute and then move it to cold. I only stay under for 15-20 seconds though, will gradually increase.

[@isabelangelpirate1725]

@@veclubby I am the same gasping and I am unable to continue

[@mrrobot7185]

it took 6 months, telling myself i couldn't do cold showers. Then i finally tried last February and i have not looked back, the mental health benefits are clear as well as all the immune system benefits. Amazing.

[@Brachragon]

If you're here for the part about losing weight: Do a plank during the cold shower. If you're already torturing yourself, you might as well double down on it.

[@zerjiozerjio]

Lol

[@activ8xp]

Remarkable insights, I'm doing this!

[@robb1324]

Wish I wasn't too tall for this... Perhaps I need to go with a handstand.

[@unnoun2317]

This comm is underrated

[@dragoneye6229]

It's amazing what people will do to avoid going for regular walks and the occasional run.

[@fishmanszmit]

I think you and your videos are going to save my life. I'm real healthy for a fifty-year-old but didn't realize how unhealthy I am! Thank you so much. This is clearly the kind of information the pharmaceutical industry doesn't like. I'm surprised they aren't limiting your reach. I also believe you couldn't put a price on this information so you are a blessing from God to anybody willing to listen to you. Thank you Dr. Berg.

[@leamarie5129]

I've been doing cold showers since I was 17.. almost 25 years, and I swear by them. I hardly ever get sick and when I do, it's just for one day. It also great for my heart.

[@jonnyboat2]

I just watched this video and the first thought that comes to mind is, won't the cold water make it harder to wash off any soap residue?

[@leamarie5129]

@@jonnyboat2 it's not a complete cold shower start to finish. I start out hot and gradually take it to cold. The last few minutes are ice cold.

[@i3looi2]

Been doing ONLY cold showers for the past 7-8 years. Best decision ever. I can confirm helped me: 1) cope with my severe depression 2) immune system ( i haven.t caught a cold since then - most i ever got was a running nose, even though previously the routine i had at least 2 severe cold and pisodes / year) 3) better than coffee (insta wake up in the morning) 4) I go outside in tshirt it temps are above 6-8 C and do not feel cold. 5) kept hemorrhoids in check Now in February (coldest season in europe) the shower water shows 7C degrees celsius.

[@delawareteacher1182]

I'm going to follow in your shoes!

[@johnnydeclanbarnes116]

Wow

[@ggamesgarner8027]

@@delawareteacher1182 nah it doesn’t do anything aside from make you feel absolutely miserable for 5-10 minutes.

[@delawareteacher1182]

@@ggamesgarner8027 Once your snowflake melts, you will be okay. Don't be sad...

[@xclusive2168]

How long did the energy last?

[@rod3134]

I just love listening to a presenter that has lived what they are talking about. The presentation always becomes more believable and easier to understand and try. Thank you Dr. Berg👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@christophermarfleet1342]

I actually love Dr Berg's videos he's a realist and not a fraudulent pharmaceutical drug pusher

[@Astralysis]

Took my first ever cold shower today and I feel amazing I put it at the coldest it could go and went for a full 15 minutes! It was all mental for me and I can't believe how great I feel

[@mudskipper0075]

15 mins ….😳😳😳 that’s impressive…!!!

[@delawareteacher1182]

You are awesome, and heading for greatness!

[@alipratt9861]

I've been doing cold showers daily for the past 9 months. I definitely think it helps burn extra fat, I also direct the cold shower on my thighs where I naturally store more fat and I've noticed an improvement in this area. Your skin goes lovely and smooth too. I've done this in combination with low carb/keto, hot baths and fasting regularly 36 hrs plus. I have never felt so good in my life.

[@ash_bordeaux]

wowzers ali - great job - i've been experimenting with fasting - will have to try this out. how long before it's no longer uncomfortable - or is it still?

[@alipratt9861]

@@ash_bordeaux it's still a shock and a bit uncomfortable for a while. I began gently with a hot shower and at the end did a 30 - 60 second on coldest, but that was 9 months ago, now I can go straight into a cold shower on days when I feel strong but I don't always do this, it depends on how I feel. Hope this helps.

[@MelB868]

Who cares I refuse to take cold showers

[@MelB868]

If you fast regularly that’s an eating disorder

[@ash_bordeaux]

Thanks for sharing Mel :) Ali (seriously) thanks for sharing your experience. I was hoping it would just become "normal". sounds like not.

[@MariofromQueens]

Tried my first cold shower this morning. It was great. Here is an idea. You actually don’t need to take a cold shower with soap and shampoo because that is really uncomfortable. 😂 Take a regular shower and than when finished turn the water to cold for 3 to 4 minutes. 🥶 Worked perfect this morning!!

[@ameera9532]

I do the same thing 👍

[@ramonmendoza2510]

You are wasting too much water

[@MariofromQueens]

@@ramonmendoza2510 😂

[@Carl_McMelvin]

@@ramonmendoza2510 lol wut. You can’t waste water. It’s not even possible. Turn off the propaganda. 😂

[@Carl_McMelvin]

@@ramonmendoza2510 that being said, even if you could waste water, which you can’t. Taking a 5 minute shower is lightning fast. What on earth are you even on about? 😂

[@matthewcollinsangler]

Another great video ! I’ve been taking cold showers for 18 months and the benefits physically and mentally have been massive. It helped me to quit alcohol, I lost 13kg of weight, all of which was fat. I feel better, I look better. Start gently and with regular practice you’ll be be taking 100% cold showers easily, even in winter!

[@MJ-qb5ph]

Can you explain how it helped with weight loss? I don’t understand the link

[@matthewcollinsangler]

@@MJ-qb5ph alcohol makes you fat. Cut the booze and all the fat disappeared. Cold showers gave me the mental strength to stay off the drink.

[@Username75788]

Should I still take cold showers even tho it hurts my ears whenever I do it after

[@TroubledLoner]

By far the most noticeable benefit is reduction of stress and anxiety. You are immediately calm afterwards - and remain that way for the day.

[@helengrace6553]

Thank you David for the encouragement. I have an outdoor old fashioned bath. From NZ. 🛁

[@lagreify]

Nice to see you cover cold showers, I've been doing them for a few years now and the boost it gives your everyday life is so good.

[@tigernotwoods914]

I do sometimes. Other times I do room temperature showers the warmest. I don’t get how people do those hot sauna temperature showers.

[@MrXrisd01]

Do you even a need a coat in the winter now? Longest I went was 1 month!

[@NadaAhmed-mt3rb]

But in winter you might get pneumonia!!

[@paulydigital8827]

@@MrXrisd01 yes still use coat and always bring with you. Be safe.

[@paulydigital8827]

@@NadaAhmed-mt3rb Thats what we been told. Just a 10min cold shower is a big mental challenge. I still wear a Jacket and use the heat in car and house after a year of cold showers in FL, GA and Chicago.

[@Miss.kittty]

Sometimes the simplest things are the best. Thank you Dr Berg. It's summer in Australia and a cold swim is just the ticket.

[@thisismagacountry1318]

Great White Shark says hello

[@dougm2250]

@@thisismagacountry1318 The sharks are nothing compared to what the Aussie govt is doing to their citizens.

[@Naomi.B.]

Yeah well it 44 degrees in Perth tomorrow, so the cold shower will be a treat. 👍

[@toosweet6046]

Check with your government first make sure it’s okay for you to swim

[@forthewagesofsinisdeath4967]

I'm sorry that your country has decided to kill itself

[@douweholwerda9987]

Been taking cold showers every morning for like a year allready, didn't skip a day. Yes, it's still uncomfortable sometimes, but wouldn't want to skip a day! Besides the physical benefits, the cold shower perfectly makes you ready for whatever the day will bring!

[@Disciple1963]

Keep it up man!👍

[@omgitsnoell]

I will never be able to thank Wim enough for how much hes helped me. I started doing the WHM in Dec. 2021 and it has helped me so so so so much. Doing the breathing and the ice showers. My multiple sclerosis is no longer ruining my life, I have not had a sense of smell in decades and the past few weeks its starting to come back slowly and its not as fun as people make it out to be. Smelling mcdonalds for the first time was terrible. Wim posts his guided breathing for free on his page and goes through everything. 10M outa 10M recommend doing this method. Its nice to not have paralysis anymore.

[@richf8972]

I started talking cold showers last week, hot water to clean first, then I gradually lower it to cold and I'm up to 2 minutes now, I already am sleeping better and my workouts were very productive the past few days. Thank you for this information.

[@sekwatimabongwana2637]

I took a cold shower today and I felt alive

[@isratvlog1214]

Wow 🤩 🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@DrVKParmar]

I have been taking really cold showers for 15 years. I have even been in the Artic Ocean on New Years Day! I have never had any illness in that period. Everything Dr Berg claims - I have experienced!

[@Angebaby1237]

Just found this video…I am on 8 weeks of cold showers already! Because ive watched Wilm hoff. I’ve forgotten all The reasons why - but I love it and it’s great!! Thank you dr Berg for The reminder!!!

[@helios4425]

I been doing cold showers over a decade and I love it . You get used to the cold and the shock after a while. I always say to myself. Rmb how you will feel after it ! It works like a charm

[@trudymccann3671]

With the C019 I saw a Doctor recommend this on a different level. He said to do 3 min Hot, 3 Min Cold, 3 Min Hot, 3 min Cold, then do 1 min Hot,1 min Cold. Fully on the Head, no skimping! This he said would activate the immune system to protect the body. He did it everyday after working in the E R all day. He also said it was very cleansing for the mind, emotions, and over all sense of well being psychologically.

[@davidbrowne1893]

I had an elderly neighbour who told me once that he had cold showers every morning and had done for over 50 years. He lived well into his nineties.

[@mattsmith7019]

My grandma drank red wine, ate pizza and smoked like a chimney and lived into her 90s too, what's your point?

[@fidelcatsro6948]

Wow 🐱👍🏿

[@lkabong5529]

@@mattsmith7019 you sure told him!

[@Nolaman70]

@@mattsmith7019 I'm on her plan, good to know...

[@helengrace6553]

Yes David living Well is the key! Thank you for sharing. From NZ

[@FriendofBill-2005]

I started doing cold showers one month ago. Started at 1 minute, now at 5. I love them! I feel mellow and energized at the same time. One thing not covered is the temperature of the "cold" water. It will differ based on time of year and your location. A cold shower in July in Alabama is a lot different than a cold shower in Minnesota in February. It's mid December here in New Jersey and the water is getting colder every day. I wonder how the cold water will feel to me when spring and summer arrive...will it be cold enough?

[@tommysims4190]

I'm in South Carolina and in the summer the water is not nearly cold enough.

[@hristiyaniliev3863]

I'm not from US, but I have the same issue when summer comes. And the solutions are: a freezer like the one Wim Hof using or a bath tube filled with water and ice. Wim Hof's advise to have at least 15 deg Celsius as a max temperature. It would be perfect to be 12-13 deg Celsius. Of course the best is to have from time to time a ice cold water temperature - about 2-3 to 5 deg Celsius.

[@rayf7953]

@@hristiyaniliev3863 It's fine having the water temperature to be "less cold" during summer. I think It's a more natural way to take showers. Like eating vegetables that are in season. We shower with water that is "in season"

[@mnmotivation2949]

I live in Minnesota.. those early morning cold showers in february hit different bro

[@DrFu79]

in summer, your body also heats up more / sweats more overall. it’s all about the temperature difference to ambient. at least the effect is not dulled too much.

[@thembelacoleman1634]

After my husband and I moved into a new home, he fell and broke both his arms. I became his full time caregiver and left to do most of the work around our home. My stress levels were very elevated, unable to focus or sleep at night. Thankfully I came across Dr Berg’s cold shower video, I decided to try it out for 7 days. But after a week of doing this, I realized how much it’s been helping me, my anxiety levels have decreased, brain fog better, I sleep better at night. I will absolutely continue to do this and would recommend it to anybody that is struggling with these symptoms. T.C from South Africa.

[@ausafkhan7757]

Your amazing

[@Empresslockness]

This is interesting as I tend to occassionally have a bedroom window open in the winter as it helps me sleep and breathe better. The only times I close it is when the temperatures plunge to low or negative temperatures. Some of my friends and family think I am nuts but I believe it is actually healthy. It helps keep the energy of the space light, airy and fresh.

[@TooMuchNectar]

Same here! I’m in Utah and it’ll snow quite frequently in the winter so I open my window and make my room freezing

[@samuelramirez2638]

I do the same lol

[@smileyface9459]

I not use heat even when it super cold because i cant afford it i hate cold with a passion no way i take cold bath that is only time i warm in winter i almost pass out because i get too cold

[@frankiepaul9869]

I dont think it would be cold enough to triggger that cold responce that he talks about in this vidoe tho.

[@HakaiOver9k]

I would love to do the same but my country is polluted during the winters :/

[@freetravelwithpredrag]

Its true.I was suicidal and anxious,emotionaly week and not self depenent as I needed attention from others.But after few months of cold shower routine I feel completely different and with much positive vibe.Greetings from Serbia!

[@Ashish-nd3xj]

Wow love your story ! Happy for you

[@autoteller]

I’ve been taking cold showers for at least six months or so. We are in the winter months now and the water out of our tap on full cold is 54° currently at the beginning of January. It’s a whole new challenge this time of year because what I thought was cold in the summer was nothing compared to this! I enjoy the challenge and the feeling of accomplishment after each shower.

[@MsFlipper1969]

I cold shower in summer, not in winter in the UK

[@theamalgamatedtheory]

Ive been doing like 90% cold and switching to full cold is a whole other thing its painful to the skin only lasting 30 sec on that level on 90% percent no problem at all.

[@cryptosteve5377]

​@@MsFlipper1969 Is that's why it hurts 😂

[@MsFlipper1969]

@@cryptosteve5377 it's the getting warm again afterwards! Brrrr

[@Kdawg35]

Yup. And you notice if other showers run colder/warmer

[@JRGProjects]

The way I do it is..... - get your daily cleanse regimen done first. Body Wash, Shampoo etc. - then slowly turn down the temp and breathe slowly for the remainder of the shower. The worst part of doing it the first couple of times is incorporating your daily cleanse routine into it.

[@jowpopper790]

When I started cold showers I went all in, no hot to cold just straight to cold. Now I live in Florida so cold is not freezing. Still it was torture at first. I am now into Florida winter and even though the water is much colder the shock is very minimal. Cold showers are like running. I don't look forward to it but once I start i feel great.

[@myrlandefrancois9256]

@jow popper. I feel the same way about running too.

[@master-of-mind5881]

Great analogy.

[@asmranonymousgaming901]

I have ulcerative colitis and starting cold showers 3 yrs ago (along with diet and exercise) has decreased the amount of flares I experience from 5/6 to 1 -2 flares per yr. It's truly amazing.

[@geoffkeough9728]

I was looking for someone with colitis and what the results were. Definitely going to start tm

[@pneuma7183]

@@geoffkeough9728 same here! Currently in a flare right now. Definitely gonna start doing cold showers every day to see if it makes a difference.

[@gregdriver929]

Turmeric ginger black pepper supplements

[@colinreese]

My sister had that for 40 years, and then the doctor told her she didn't actually have it. She actually had something different the whole time, and the new treatment greatly improved her problem. Try getting check out again by a different specialist.

[@danielholmes-nj5nq]

I've been taking cold showers for the last few weeks, and I've definitely noticed a positive change in my mood and alertness.

[@El-wv1tf]

My mom actually applied cold baths when I was 11 to 15 to help me with my astma. After the age of 15 I stopped with cold baths, did do some cold showers from time to time. Now, at the age of 41, I came back to cold showers and for three weeks now I've been going to a pond with with some friends. Had to break ice a couple of times :). I'm not sure how much of one time per week does, but it really is a mood booster. Plus I'm so proud of myself! 😁

[@richardmartin3631]

You've had asthma since childhood and you STILL don't know how to spell the word???

[@El-wv1tf]

@@richardmartin3631 oh please, I write in three different languages, my phone gets confused and I don't care ;)

[@El-wv1tf]

@@snn2913 Surprisingly it did help a little bit. But I can't say if it was due to adrenalin or reduction of inflammation.

[@1dayfree]

@@snn2913 I have cured my childhood asthma by taking 2 mins cold showers most days. No meds or wheezing at all. Also cured my hay-fever. Also never had a head cold since... Last 2/3 years where I would get one every few weeks at one point..

[@SuperReznative]

@@El-wv1tf 😎

[@elegathor4251]

I started doing cold showers a week ago. Only a few days in and I can easily shower under the coldest setting. Great stuff!

[@annakessler9372]

setting? did you also reboot your shower head?

[@Iammram]

Wim Hof is the man. I do his method everyday ( breathing in the morning and cold shower after my warm one ) I'll speak on personal changes I noticed, from the cold shower. Anxiety literally goes away, No exaggeration. I would get anxious going into the unknown or big events, now, I am so damn calm, It's like I'm a different person. Another thing, stamina. I was helping a friend move during the summer, when the heat wave first hit. 90+ all day, no clouds, started around 2PM, ended at 10PM. I only stopped once to drink water and kept moving, lifting, etc. After it was all done, I felt I could do it all over again. That was the first time I noticed the effect of the cold showers. Now, you will hate it, we all do. That initial first time you will be scared and do little by little, with your foot, then your leg, etc. That's what I did. Then I did my back one day and could barely stay in without shaking so much then jumping out. After the 4th day, I got so pissed off and say THIS IS WATER YOU BITCH. Then I pushed my whole backside into it and stayed for 10 sec and DID IT. That gave me the confidence to keep at it. Once I got my back used to it, then I did the front ( front is harder ) and now, I do it everyday. Even though you get used to the cold, you still will have it in your head "Ah man do i really want to do this..." and you do it anyway, that gives you the power over your mind, and you become who you were meant to be...a F-IN BEAT IN CONTROL.

[@danielduarte6802]

"This is water you b!tch" 😂 I remember doing this, and insulting the water like C'MON 👊💪, IS THAT ALL U GOT?! with really heavy metal music in the background or something to pump me up even more

[@user-zr6pl6nb6z]

Say "This is water, you b**ch" with boiling water and see how that works out.

[@30DayChallengers]

when I was younger I would take cold showers when I had a headache. Didn’t know the science behind it, just knew it made my headache go away. I started taking regular daily cold showers about a year ago and then graduated to cold plunges. It’s amazing

[@teresabinkley295]

I took cold showers for 3 months and when I got the shower fixed and finally had a nice warm shower my spirits lifted. Warm showers give me a calm peaceful feeling. Cold makes me feel anxious and my joints ache more.

[@commentfreely5443]

even in hot climates having a cold shower sucks. i barely let the water hit me, and was in and out in 1 minute

[@commentfreely5443]

any time it gets cold my nose runs and blocks. it isn't passed on from other people. i go months without seeing other people, but get a cold from the cold.

[@mudzy9820]

@@commentfreely5443 im exactly the same bro ahah so annoying ay

[@thefinaldasher]

@@commentfreely5443 just get used to it, easy

[@nathancruz9172]

Me too.

[@AG-bh7ht]

I have been taking cold showers for almost two years and my acid reflux is gone praise to God 🙏🏾

[@Wisdomwithdinesh]

The peace you feel in you mind after taking cold shower is unparallel. Certainly helps elevate mood, concentration, positivity in life. Easily doable in countries like India where I live. It is really interesting to see how just a cold water exposure has impact on how you feel throughout the day. Our body is strange chemical reactor and even our thoughts, mind are one of the effects of the chemicals. Cold shower seemed to have a similar effect as that I felt when I used to take multivitamin pills. I can literally feel the warm blood rushing through the body. A very good learning from 2021 for me.

[@buckleymordecai9605]

Yeeeeesssssss!

[@djharto4917]

A cold shower in India is a warm shower in Europe

[@Wisdomwithdinesh]

@@djharto4917 haha true. But given the body has also adjusted the respective temperatures, I feel the comparative impact could be similar.

[@buckleymordecai9605]

@@tinyrockyplanet8953 Well stated,

[@geoffreyashcroft3774]

Wife and I did hydrotherapy when we were in cancun two years ago. Started in sauna, then lukewarm bucket drop, steam room, then a cold plunge for 10 sec then soak in hot tub. After the hot tub you lounge in the rock garden. The whole experience left me totally relaxed and stress free. Was so good we decided to book another session before we checked out and went on our 6 hour flight home. Highly recommended for anyone!

[@iamtoocoooool]

I had cold shower few minutes ago after watching this video. Feeling so at peace mentally and physically. Can't express in words, thank you dr Berg!!

[@underated17]

I feel the affects too!

[@Brian-tx8gg]

Pair this with real mediation techniques, then add some real healthy… dang! Best I ever felt when I did this man. Keep it up! I’m going to do my best to start implementing these healthy steps too

[@karinalepage7365]

I did the Wim Hof challenge a few months back for 28 days. People have to start considering cold water bath! Merry Christmas to You Dr Berg. We are so lucky to have you on KZbin . Consistently giving us amazing health tips and tricks

[@brendao649]

Absolutely the bath is easier to do and also the breathing method he uses

[@mahmahbarnawa5472]

Yes o he help many people

[@michaelkaminski]

Absolutely amazing! I really didn't think I could endure 30 seconds of complete cold, but I did. In fact, I stayed in for 60 seconds and couldn't believe how good I felt after just one time. Thank you, Dr. Berg!

[@fkz4155]

how much celsius u shower with?

[@michaelkaminski]

@@fkz4155 Not sure but I live in the mountains where the water is very cold. Cold enough that it will numb whatever it's touching if I don't keep turning. After a month now of doing this I can't say I really see or feel any tangible results however, it is very refreshing and does give me a mild sense of euphoria.

[@michaelkaminski]

@Bongo Cat You are correct!

[@ElDuderinoh]

@Bongo Cat yea! Go avs!

[@carlaeskelsen]

@RestWithin Made me pass out cold.

[@thelongnguyens]

I've been taking cold showers for 3 years, adopted the 5 am victory hour this year and recently 16/8 intermittent fasting and 10+20 mins of HIIT sessions each day. All these help me to be a top performer in a stressful and pressured tech sales environment. Make more money and better health. Give it a go everyone.

[@moosha786]

Does it really help mental health as promoted?

[@xCRAZYF1GHT3Rx]

@@moosha786 Definitely!

[@xCRAZYF1GHT3Rx]

Hey that’s awesome to hear, keep it up! I was just wondering if you are performing your HIIT while fasting and if so what is your fasting time frame so I can try and implement that to my schedule too, thanks!

[@thelongnguyens]

@@xCRAZYF1GHT3Rx I skip breakfast so the 10 minutes session at 5am is light, I do abs or low impact exercises. My 20 minutes HIIT session is during eating window, so it's all good there. It feels so good to have a healthy routine that suits my life style, really wish I started this many years back.

[@charliekane135]

@@thelongnguyens Do you do the face peel mask like 'American Psycho' too? Only kidding, good for you. I only do the cold shower bit, I love it