The Way of The Iceman: How The Wim Hof Method Creates Radiant, Longterm Health―Using The Science and Secrets of Breath Control, Cold-Training and Commitment

After accidentally coming across a documentary about "The Iceman" on Viceland TV, I was absolutely fascinated by what this guy could do, and that his accomplishments regarding control of his autonomic nervous system enabled him to sit in freezing ice/water for 80 minutes and maintain his core temp at a steady 98 degrees blew me away. It has been validated by several universities and labs; he's the first person ever scientifically documented as having gained control over his autonomic nervous system (the system that controls INVOLUNTARY functions like heart beat and breathing). I Googled him, saw this book and ordered it, arriving on Friday, I read the entire book by Saturday morning. I then went to his website and ordered the ten week course ($200) and am now nearing the end of the first week. It is a step by step, very simple series of lessons. I can say without reservation that in less than ten days I already feel different; I have more energy, am more alert, have fewer aches and pains (I'm 62!) and enjoy a very cold shower everyday. I doubt I'll ever be diving into a semi-frozen river or sitting in a pile of ice, but am very confident is saying that this is not some new age hocus pocus...it is a simple, combined approach to gaining some control over your body (and mind eventually), speeding up your metabolism, and fighting inflammation in your system without popping pills. I sort of got off the topic of the book, but I'm clearly a fan and the book was simply an initial gateway to a whole new way of life/health. The book IS NOT a complete guide to the method, it is an entry point.

A readable book with enough credible material to inspire me to try the do it yourself for 30 days to see for myself. If I succeed in completing the 30 days I'll be back to report in an edit and bump the star count up or down. The benefits could be enormous. I hope so and must find out. [Edit] I had planned to use the "do it yourself for 30 days" as a trial to see if I wanted to buy the ten week on-line course. As fate would have it, he put a significant discount on it for Christmas and I went for it. Having reviewed the workbook for the on-line video course I can say that this book has the essence of his method and I am therefore bumping this review to 5 stars. The on-line course has more; winter yoga, exercise and methods for gauging progress which I'm certain will be valuable (I'm not making a sales pitch for him here). This review is for this book and I stand with that first paragraph, The Kindle book or the hard copy when released is a good value and something that has actionable information.

If you've already gone through most of the available free instruction and dont care about the science or the story, skip this book you dont need it. Basically unless your giving this as a gift to a sceptical someone who wants to get a good overview of the story and some nitty gritty on the science, I'd almost say save your money if it weren't for a tantalizing small section near the end where they really dig into the science but honestly you could save the money and find it all yourself. Except maybe the inflammation part, that almost makes the price worth it. Maybe im wrong for your case but im contested. I feel pleased that i got the chance to read it but for the small amount of new information I'm not pleased with the price

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This book is incredible, I can’t recommend it enough. Life changing (& life saving!) info!! Whether you have any autoimmune diseases or are just looking for ways to improve your health and life, this book will leave you with a new perspective on breathing and the way we treat feeling cold. The tools I’ve learned from Wim Hof and the way I feel implementing these breathing techniques and cold therapy into my daily routine, im blown away by the positive results I’m feeling. I am buying a copy for everyone I know!!!

So, first off I like this book mostly. I do think that there's legitimacy to the results seen, observed and claimed. However, the scientific explanations are a little off. I read the PNAS paper, some stuff Wim Hof claims is right but some is really off. The oxygen levels are not really different; the CO2 is very different. Also, 7 pH neutral, pH 7.4 is normal for blood is already slightly alkaline. The increase to pH 7.6 is more alkaline, however, is this really what the difference is? This pH change is from the decrease in CO2 not an increase in O2. Also, the air being charged with negative ions is ridiculous. Air is "78.09% nitrogen, 20.95% oxygen, 0.93% argon, 0.04% carbon dioxide" (Wiki). Nitrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide are all neutral molecules, and air is an insulator. I do think that the other benefits of walking barefoot are correct, but the grounding/earthing can't be right. Please show me a source/reference/study if I'm wrong about any of the science. Again, the method seems really good and effective, just the justifications need work. Edit: I wrote this review before finishing the book the chapter on the chemical energy molecules of the cell is also incorrect or really not a good representation of the metabolic pathways. There are much better methods of conveying the information in a non-technical manner. I myself did a better job teaching my niece who was 9 at the time on the spur of the moment. This further lack of science literacy when trying to use science to back your method dropped it another star.

The book has the science and evidence from many individuals that cold showers and breathing help the body and mind. Hof is not saying it can cure any disease, but he does say that it does not hurt to try these simple exercises at home to see if it would help. He also mentions anyone could do these simple exercises to get more energy, sleep better, and to adapt to the cold weather. The book was a quick read, and I recommend reading it.

Información actualizada y bien documentada, además de una redacción amena lo hacen un libro imprescindible para todos aquellos interesados en el tema de la respiración pero sobre todo para aquellos que se dedican a temas psicocorporales.

Well written, clear explanations, completely engrossing & very interesting. Contains a great deal of information & will need to read it again. Love it.

Le livre agrémenté d' illustrations est facile à lire . Il est bien construit avec des explications et des exercices pratiques très intéressants.

How inspiring! Great research and basic information, on how to get startedvin rhe Wim Hof method! Already, on my second day, I feel exhilarated! Cannot wait to see long term results, wslk in the snow with bare feet, Polar Bear swim, Lake Ontario, Jan 1st!.....Breathe, cold.....

Es un libro que aplica nuestro horizonte sobre cómo romper las limitaciones físicas de nuestro cuerpo. Gracias a técnicas de respiración y entrenamiento con frío podemos mejorar nuestra salud de cuerpo. Y con ello conseguir hazañas increíbles como muestra Wim Hof y todos sus seguidores. Creo que merece la pena probarlo ya que solo podemos ganar, lo que costará serán las duchas frías.