My 20-Day Wim Hof Cold Shower Challenge: Strength, Growth, and a Splash of Fun

"If we always choose comfort, we never learn the deepest capabilities of our mind or body."-Wim Hof

My 20-Day Cold Shower Challenge

For the last 20 days, I’ve been braving the Wim Hof cold shower challenge!

Every morning, I’ve faced freezing water head-on (sometimes with a little internal screaming). Why? To boost my immune system, build resilience, and see what this wellness trend is all about.

Keep reading to find out how it’s been going, what I’ve learned, and why I might just keep this chilly habit going!

My Experience

So, my friends, you’ve been asking about my 20-day Wim Hof cold shower challenge-let’s just say it’s been a wild ride! Picture this: every morning, me vs. freezing water, a showdown no one asked for. But I showed up (with a lot of shivering and why-am-I-doing-this moments).

One thing I didn’t expect? How much mindfulness plays a role. Cold showers demand your full attention-it’s impossible to think about to-do lists when you’re focusing on steady breathing and staying present in the icy moment. Each shower became a mini mindfulness practice, helping me start the day with clarity and calm, even after the initial shock.

I started this because I was sick of being… well, sick! Constant colds, flus-you name it.

I wanted to see if cold showers could give my immune system a little wake-up call. But beyond the physical benefits, the mental reset each morning has been a game-changer.

What I've Learned

The experience? Surprisingly empowering! It taught me that sometimes discomfort is just the start of growth. The benefits? So far, I’ve felt more energised, less stressed, and way more resilient - hough the real test will be how this year goes health-wise.

I’ll keep you posted in a couple of months on how it’s going. For now, I’m just proud to have stuck with it. If you’ve ever thought about trying it, consider this your nudge-just don’t forget to scream (quietly) through the first 10 seconds.

My Next Big Goal

Now that I’ve survived (and maybe even thrived a little) during my 20-day cold shower challenge, I’m already dreaming up my next adventure! Once I’ve fully gotten used to these icy showers and built even more confidence, my next big goal is ice baths and even open water swims. Yes, you read that right—me, willingly jumping into freezing water. But hey, that’s a story for another time… stay tuned for the chilliest chapter yet!

If you’re curious about starting your own cold exposure journey or just want to share your thoughts, drop a comment below or reach out—I’d love to hear from you!

And if you’re ready to try this, remember: it’s just water… really, really cold water.

Stay chill and take the plunge!

Chill vibes all the way, Eva

How to start taking cold showers

I do start my day with cold shower, but see what is best for you, as you can make it whatever time of the day it suits you.

1. Take your usual warm shower. Enjoy it. Relax.

2. Then, at the end, turn the knob to COLD. Just for 15 seconds. Yes, it's a shock!

your skin will scream, your breath will race, but YOU will control it. Slow your breathing, feel the cold, and let your body adapt.

Every time you take a cold shower, it gets easier. Before you know it, you'll feel the cold as a friend, giving you energy and clarity like never before.

My Cold morning shower schedule

5 days for 15 seconds

5 days for 30 seconds

5 days for 45 seconds

5 days for 1 minute

Wim Hof Method Official Website - A treasure trove of information about cold exposure, breathing techniques, and building resilience: https://www.wimhofmethod.com

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"The cold is teacher. It's merciless.

You don't picnic when you go into the cold.

You don't think about your mortgage;

or your kids braces or your divorce; you just survive.

You reactivate the deepest part of your brain."

-Wim Hof

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