Some people have also reported that the Wim Hof method has helped them either deal with feelings of burnout or avoid burnout.Īre you interested in learning more about the Wim Hof method and what it can do for you? To get started, book an appointment online or over the phone with our team at Transformational Healing Universe today. Reduced symptoms of depressive disorders.Some of the mental benefits people have enjoyed after practicing the Wim Hof method consistently include: It can also help with mental acuity and wellness. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)īut the Wim Hof method doesn’t just deliver physical perks.With the combination of cold exposure and controlled breathing, people have seen:Īdditionally, some people report finding relief from specific health conditions, including: Generally, you can break into two categories the positive outcomes for patients who practice the Wim Hof method: Physical benefits Physical and mental benefits of the Wim Hof method Let’s look at the benefits you can expect. Here at Transformational Healing Universe, our Wim Hof method treatments blend cold water massage and controlled breathing to deliver optimal results. What we know preliminarily is that studies have shown that the combination of cold exposure and controlled breathing can help to reduce inflammation, treat certain illnesses, and even help people feel more comfortable in the cold.
Today, researchers are studying his method and the physical and mental benefits. As he braved the elements, he noticed his body changing. For example, he ran a half marathon in the Arctic Circle barefoot. Hof gained notoriety for withstanding intense cold. Exposure to cold is not required to experience the advantages of the breathwork. You might feel tingling experiences or small lightheadedness.
While practicing the method, you might experience sensations of bliss and raised energy. It’s available at our office in the Pico-Robertson neighborhood of Los Angeles. Practice the Wim Hof Method in a safe and comfy environment. You don’t need to go to the arctic to realize the benefits of this method. To help you tap into this holistic healing opportunity, Har Hari Khalsa, DC, and our team at Transformational Healing Universe offer cold massages and breathing guidance using the Wim Hof method. By subjecting our bodies to physical stresses - cold, specifically - he suggests that we can support our ability to heal and rejuvenate ourselves. And instead of enduring the elements, many of us live in climate-controlled homes.īut Wim Hof, the Dutch athlete also known as The Iceman, argues that we’ve lost something in our abundance of comfort. Instead of hunting and gathering, we can now simply visit the grocery store. Just remember, as Wim always says “no force – feeling is understanding”.The human experience, particularly for many people in the western world, is not nearly as physically challenging as it used to be. You can do as many sessions as you like per day. When the strong urge to breath arises, take a deep breath in and hold for a count of 10-15 then releaseĭo 3 – 6 rounds of this breathingin a session. Completely relax, calm the mind and release any areas of tension or tingling Breath deeply like this for 30 breathsĪfter 20, 30 or 40 breaths, after the final letting go of the breath (not all the way), hold your breath as long as you can.
Keep breathing steadily like this, and you will feel all sorts of changes happening in your body. All the effort is on the inhale, the out breath is a passive exhale “Fully in….Let go” If possible, in and out through the nose. Holotropic Breathing: A breathing technique developed in the 1970s and used to achieve a therapeutic, altered state of consciousness. Breath in deeper and deeper each time until you are completely filling your lungs. Start slowly, and inhale deeper into your belly. These super benefits include better sleep, better mental health, a stronger immune system, higher energy levels, and increased sports and injury recovery. Become aware of your breathing consciously. The Wim Hof breathing method offers a variety of benefits for the practitioner if used routinely and properly. To prepare yourself to learn the Wim Hof Method breathing technique lie down comfortably in a relaxed position and calm your mind. It involves powerful inhalation, relaxed exhalation, and prolonged breath holds. Here are the basic guidelines for the Wim Hof Method breathing: The Wim Hof Method combines breathing, cold therapy, and commitment to help you connect more deeply to your body.