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The Power of the Mind on the Body's Immune System
In only four days, individuals with no prior cold exposure were able to withstand freezing temperatures, proving the power of the mind on the body's ability to handle stress. Research also shows that stress levels can actually be higher lying in bed than in fear-inducing situations, and the autonomic nervous system has the ability to control the immune system.
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Wim Hof, known as the "Ice Man," holds over 20 world records and has shown an incredible ability to withstand extreme cold and heat.
05:00 - 09:41 (04:41)
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Wim Hof, known as the "Ice Man," holds over 20 world records and has shown an incredible ability to withstand extreme cold and heat. His feats include the Guinness world record for the longest ice bath and running full marathons in the desert without water.
ChapterThe Power of the Mind on the Body's Immune System
Episode#102: "The Iceman," Wim Hof
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker learned how to consciously raise stress hormone levels and deal with extreme situations.
09:42 - 14:25 (04:42)
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The speaker learned how to consciously raise stress hormone levels and deal with extreme situations. He discusses how stress hormone levels can be raised lying in bed and how he was able to remain calm during challenging situations such as being lost in a blizzard on Mount Everest.
ChapterThe Power of the Mind on the Body's Immune System
Episode#102: "The Iceman," Wim Hof
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
In just four days of training, a group of men were able to effectively control their body temperature in extreme cold conditions, achieving a 100% success rate.
14:26 - 20:22 (05:56)
Summary
In just four days of training, a group of men were able to effectively control their body temperature in extreme cold conditions, achieving a 100% success rate. They accomplished this by tapping into the autonomic nervous system related to the immune system.