Wim Hof, also known as 'the Iceman', is a dutch man capable of incredible feats related to his ability to withstand extreme cold.
Wim Hof holds 20 Guinness World Records.
References
- The Iceman's offical website and twitter
- Hof has been a subject of several scientific studies, such as this one detailing voluntary activation of the sympathetic nervous system which was thought to be impossible.
- Wim Hof has written a book about his method - Becoming the Iceman
- Kelly Starrett, a world-class Strength and Conditioning coach author of Becoming a Supple Leopard and Ready to Run is a fan of Wim Hof.
- VICE magazine produced a fantastic documentary about the Iceman.
People Mentioned
Notes
(8:00) Joe tries the Wim Hof breathing method. Joe is immediately able to hold his breath for two and a half minutes.
(14:00) Talk about scientific studies where Hof and students of the Wim Hof method were subjects.
(22:50) Joe and Hof discuss how the Wim Hof method may be useful in overcoming depression.
(28:50) Further discussion about scientific studies done on the Iceman.
(36:10) Joe introduces the topic of cryotherapy and the health benefits of cold exposure.
(46:10) Discussion about the differences between breathing in through the nose vs breathing in through the mouth.
(55:55) Joe and Hof talk about how scientific law that has stood for centuries can be changed by the experience of a single exceptional individual.
(1:12:00) Hof mentions his training with UFC fighter Alistair Overeem.
(1:43:30) Discussion about diet, exercise and creativity.
