Cold Plunging and Breathwork: The Coolest Path to Wellness with Kristin Weitzel of Sherpa Breath and Cold

The Boss Body Podcast

In this podcast episode, Dr. Tim Jackson interviews Kristin Weitzel about her evolution from a marketing career to a wellness and biohacking expert, focusing on breathwork and cold plunging. Weitzel recounts her early interest in health, sparked by her time as a dancer, and her journey through various eating lifestyles. She describes her introduction to biohacking, her experiences with cold plunging during an immersive program with Laird Hamilton and Gabby Reece, and her subsequent certification in coaching cold immersion practices. Kristin emphasizes the importance of safety, context, and individualized approaches in these practices. She also discusses the physiological and psychological benefits of cold exposure, the impact of hormonal cycles on training, and the structural issues affecting breathing and sleep. Additionally, she shares insights on sprint work, the varying effects of cold exposure on men and women, and the importance of balance in cold exposure duration. Kristin concludes by reflecting on the value of stillness and self-reflection in her personal growth and wellness journey.

To connect with Kristin Weitzel, read the EPISODE TRANSCRIPT, links mentioned in today’s episode, and more, visit: https://healyourbody.org/cold-plunging-and-breathwork-the-coolest-path-to-wellness-with-kristin-weitzel-of-sherpa-breath-and-cold/