Dr. Rob Williams on cold therapy, hormetic stress, and building psychological resilience

Dr. Rob Williams the co-founder of Peak Flow, a breath organization that uses a holistic approach to respiratory training and peak performance. Dr. Williams is a certified Level 2 Wim Hof Method instructor, Buteyko Institute breath coach and an Oxygen Advantage (OA) instructor.

This conversations begins with an interactive cold exposure activity. It requires a large bowl filled with water and ice. Feel free to join in and follow along! 

Additionally, we discuss:

• The powerful benefits of cold therapy
• Hormesis and psychological resilience
• Using the cold as a diagnostic
• How to use the breath in the cold
• Contraindications
• Inexpensive ways to get started with cold therapy

...and more!

Learn more about Dr. Williams at thepeakflow.com and download their NEW app today.

Use code DRROBCHILL to save 15% on a Submerge ice bath at submergeicebaths.com.

Additional resources:

Learn about altered brown fat thermoregulation and enhanced cold-induced thermogensesis.

The Effect of Extreme Cold on Complete Blood Count and Biochemical Indicators: A Case Study

The positive effects of combined breathing techniques and cold exposure on perceived stress: a randomised trial

Terrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.

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Music by Chris Merenda