The Other Side of Cold Showers: 5 Unexpected Downsides

My fellow chilly adventurers in this one, we're taking a step back from the exhilaration of cold showers to consider a less talked about perspective – the downsides of cold therapy. Yes, you read it right; every coin has two sides. So, here it is - a bit of a plot twist - the not-so-cool side of cold showers.

1. Dress Code? More like 'Guess Code'

Now, here's a cool thing about being on the cold side - you'll start feeling much warmer, much more often, and without needing a mountain of warm clothes. So, when you see people bundled up like they're on an Arctic expedition, you might think, "Brr, better layer up!" Only to end up carrying a pile of unnecessary clothes five minutes later.

It's like a tricky game, trying to figure out how to dress.

As I write this, I wonder - did Wim Hof go through this same experience - did he switch to ''forever shorts'' and ''free the nipple'' because he gave up or maybe had the ability to disregard the weather whatever it is?

2. Brace Yourself for the Big Chill Question

Get ready to be the go-to 'Cold Shower Guru'. You'll be hit with the ever-recurring question, "Aren't you cold?", by just about everyone - the random bloke on the street, your taxi driver, folks waiting at the bus stop. It's like being stuck on repeat, explaining the magic of cold showers over and over again.

3. Sweating in Your Sweater

Here's a plot twist for you again. After more than 250 cold showers in 2022, I was all set for those cozy Netflix winter evenings - hot chocolate, fluffy blankets, warm sweaters.

Guess what though?

I found myself sweating like in a sauna just a few minutes into my favourite show. Not exactly the cozy night in I had imagined. So, this one cozy winter stuff is out the window too...

4. Sweater Shopping? Nah, I'm Good...

Since you'll be feeling toasty most of the time, you'll have to keep reminding yourself that you really don't need that extra cute sweater you saw in the store. I know, it's a bummer. But look at it this way - it's one less thing to clutter your wardrobe, and more money saved!

5. Thanks, But I'm Not Cold.

Okay, so here's another thing. Even your family and friends, who know about your cold shower craze, will keep offering you extra clothes, blankets, and the likes. At least mine do... despite all the cold-therapy-education I've given them.

Yes, it gets annoying, but they're just worried about you turning into an icicle. It's likely going to be a hard sell to convince them you're not freezing your toes off.

The Heat is On...Or is It?

Almost nobody ever asks this, "How do you feel when it's hot?" Well, simple. Cold therapy boosts the brown fat production in your body, which helps you feel warmer in colder weather. But when it's hot, it's just like it used to be - no changes there.

Dive Deeper into the Frosty Journey

Well, that's the chilly truth about the other side of cold showers. Remember, every adventure has its ups and downs.

Feel like learning more about my icy escapades with the Wim Hof method? Just hop on over to the other articles under the 'Wim Hof - Cold Showers' category.

Got your own cold shower tales to share? Questions? Tips? Fire away in the comments below, let's keep this conversation flowing!