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We’ve all heard stories of that rare person who’s able to do things with their bodies and minds that defy scientific understanding. But they’re the outliers—aren’t they? They must possess something the rest of us don’t.
Wim Hof, also known as the “iceman,” embodies this idea, and has become famous for his ability to tolerate and thrive amid frigid temperatures. He has amassed several Guinness World Records for his feats of endurance and athleticism, mostly in freezing temperatures. He attributes his abilities to deep breathing exercises and cold therapy (exposure to the cold which causes a cascade of health benefits) that he claims tap into our innate abilities as humans....