Athletes
We have talked with 5 athletes who mention cold showers.
Dan Stephenson (male, 31)
How I Became a Competitive Powerlifter and Performance Coach
How I Became a Competitive Powerlifter and Performance Coach
In addition to focusing on getting regular, quality sleep, I am also a big fan of regular sauna use and cold-water immersion/cold showers.
Adam Kuncicki (male, 25)
How I Work as a Vegan Bodybuilder and Supplement Ambassador
How I Work as a Vegan Bodybuilder and Supplement Ambassador
And on a daily basis, I care about the regeneration of sleep, which always lasts 8 hours, I go to a physiotherapist, do sea work (bathing in cold water in the winter for example in the lake) or take cold showers, stretch, roll and use supplements from, “Siła Roślin”.
Goran Borkovic (male, 32)
How I Made a Remarkable Comeback to Bodybuilding After a Serious Motorcycle Accident
How I Made a Remarkable Comeback to Bodybuilding After a Serious Motorcycle Accident
Again motorbike, of course, that’s a special kind of love…or craziness, I’m not sure. I like to meditate as well and have a cold shower right after. All first in the morning, for the fresh start of the day.
Stiina Casandra (female, 30)
How Yoga Has Made Me a Better Version of Myself
How Yoga Has Made Me a Better Version of Myself
In general terms, I make sure to get enough sleep (around eight hours), eat clean foods and take suitable supplements for my body. I practice meditation, breathing techniques and restorative yoga to rest and recover. I also do hot/cold showers and the Wim Hof breathing technique to boost my immune system and well-being.
Alex Carneiro (male, 31)
How My Motivation Has Changed the Way I Train, Eat and Recover
How My Motivation Has Changed the Way I Train, Eat and Recover
Following that I tend to meditate for 10 minutes and take a cold shower to wake me up.