Fylde Coast Cold Therapy and Breathwork

09/04/2024

My name is Nigel Heckford and I am a Wim Hof Method Instructor. Wim Hof Breathing is the first of the three pillars of the Wim Hof Method and has been scientifically proven to enable people to lower inflammation in their bodies and to strengthen their immune systems. At the session...

02/03/2024

When we go into the cold we produce brown fat which is used by the body to produce energy and keep us warm. Studies have shown that brown fat naturally helps us loose weight and helps tackle some conditions such as Type 2 diabetes and heart disease as it can help us become more insulin sensitive.( so helps those people who may be pre-diabetic)

You start producing brown fat at 16 c but of course if you go into colder this is likely to increase production of brown fat

21/02/2024

IF YOU’RE PLANNING ON STARTING COLD WATER IMMERSION✨❄️

If you’re looking for that sign 🪧 to get started - this is it! It will never be more perfect than now!
First dip and “ending cold” might feel “a bit too much”, but that’s normal. Trust me, when I say, that it gets easier🙏 Don’t give up on ending cold. It makes a huge difference prolonging the benefits, although it sucks in the beginning✌️

🧬Build up resilience slowly - aim at 11 min in total per week(Reference: https://www.cell.com/cell-reports-medicine/fulltext/S2666-3791(21)00266-4)

🧬Use nose breathing to calm your nerves and breathing in the water👃

🧬Go out when you feel unsafe - listen to your body telling you that you’ve had enough.

🧬No reason to stay in more than a few minutes.

https://www.wimhofmethod.com/activities/whm-fundamentals-workshop-blackpool-nigel-heckford/54670

Join Nigel Heckford for the WHM Fundamentals Workshop at Mandus House, 476 Lytham Road, Blackpool, UK. Reserve your place today & become strong, happy & healthy with the Wim Hof Method.

19/02/2024

When you're sat in an ice bath there may be other things you think you need to be doing - but being sat in that ice is doing a lot for your mental, physical and emotional health. And when the time comes to get out - you'll be ready to take on anything!

Come join me in the ice ...

https://www.wimhofmethod.com/instructors/nigel-heckford

13/02/2024

Chronic stress and anxiety can lead to chronic inflammation in the body, which can have adverse effects on physical and mental health. Early intervention for anxiety disorders is crucial as it may help prevent or reduce the risk of developing other health issues associated with chronic inflammation e.g autoimmune diseases.

The Radboud University Study proved that within minutes Wim Hof Method Breathing increased Anti-inflammatory blood proteins by 200% and lowered inflammatory blood proteins by 50%.

Discover the science behind the Wim Hof Method and read about the ongoing research to continuously explore the potential of the Wim Hof Method. Learn more.

07/02/2024

The next Wim Hof Fundamentals Workshop is now scheduled to take place on 6th April between 11am and 3pm at Mandus House and NOT 30 March as previously advertised.

You can book your place by following the link below;

Hello. I'm Nigel Heckford, official Wim Hof Method Instructor. View my upcoming Wim Hof Method activities or ask me a question here.

06/02/2024

We had a wonderful day on Saturday exploring the power of the breath, the cold and the mind and how the Wim Hof Method can make you a stronger, healthier and happier version of yourself.

The next session will take place on 6 April. To secure your place just follow the link below

https://www.wimhofmethod.com/instructors/nigel-heckford

01/02/2024

Just two days to go until Saturdays Wim Hof Fundamentals course at Mandus House Blackpool. The workshop starts at 11 am and lasts until 3pm.

Join me to delve into the power and possibility of the breath, the cold and the mind.

To book follow the link below

https://www.wimhofmethod.com/activities/whm-fundamentals-workshop-blackpool-nigel-heckford/54669

30/01/2024

At this Saturdays Wim Hof Fundamentals Workshop we will be actively exploring how the power of the breath, cold and your mindset will give you control over your immune, hormonal and nervous systems so that you can become a happier, healthier and stronger version of yourself.

The workshop will include an optional ice bath and Wim Hof Breathong Session.

We will also explore some other breathing patterns that you can use to relieve stress and anxiety and even lower blood pressure.

To book your place follow the link below; 👇🏼

https://www.wimhofmethod.com/activities/whm-fundamentals-workshop-blackpool-nigel-heckford/54669

28/01/2024

This new study highlights how cold water therapy can easy menopause and menstrual symptoms

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/jan/25/cold-water-swimming-eases-menopause-and-menstrual-symptoms-study-finds #:~:text=Among%20the%20study%20group%2C%20785,and%20hot%20flushes%20(30%25).

Cold water confers physical and mental health benefits, UCL study says, as half women surveyed say it reduces anxiety

27/01/2024

Just one week to go until the next Wim Hof Fundamentals Workshop at Mandus House on 3February 11.00am to 3.00 pm.

The method is proven to increase energy, boost your immune system, decrease stress and anxiety, reduce inflammation and improve sleep .

To book your place just follow the link below.

Join Nigel Heckford for the WHM Fundamentals Workshop at Mandus House, 476 Lytham Road, Blackpool, UK. Reserve your place today & become strong, happy & healthy with the Wim Hof Method.

24/01/2024

Have you heard of the Wim Hof Method?🥶❄️ Ever wanted to learn more about it, or give it a go?😮‍💨 If so, then you’re in luck!🧡

Our friend Nigel from Fylde Coast Cold Therapy and Breathwork will be at Mandus House on Saturday the 3rd of February, diving deep into the theory and practices of the Wim Hof Method🎉

Learn more, and book your space by following the link below👇

Join Nigel Heckford for the WHM Fundamentals Workshop at Mandus House, 476 Lytham Road, Blackpool, UK. Reserve your place today & become strong, happy & healthy with the Wim Hof Method.

24/01/2024

The power of the breath is pretty amazing. We breath on average 23,000 times a day but never give it a second thought, but just look at the benefits if you adopt a breathwork practice 👇🏼My next Wim Hof Workshop on 3rd December will include how to do Wim Hof breathing and other breathing patterns.

To book follow the below link👇🏼

https://www.wimhofmethod.com/instructors/nigel-heckford

21/01/2024

This is why I do Wim Hof Breathing. Andrew Huberman is a professor at Stamford University

Neuroscientist: Does Wim Hof Breathing Actually Work? | Andrew Huberman ...

20/01/2024

Wim Hof was on this Morning talking about the amazing benefits of cold water immersion and how it can beat the January blues.

He’s the man who claims the ice and the cold gives him superpowers. Wim Hof - aka The Iceman - is joining us live from his morning cold dip this morning, to ...

18/01/2024

The legend that is Wim Hof is on Jeremy Vine today at 1.30 talking about the benefits of the cold

Jeremy explores the potential benefits of cold water therapy with Wim Hof.

18/01/2024

A wonderful -5 this morning.

Got out of my ice bath feeling fantastic. Our modern lives are filled with chronic and toxic stressors which lead to long term mental and physical health conditions. By introducing a short term good stressor ( hormetic stress) like the cold you are able to learn to combat long term stressors and become happier, healthier and stronger 💪

15/01/2024

Apparently it’s Blue Monday. Whilst there are many ways of beating those blues cold water therapy instantly increases dopamine by 250% and noradrenaline by 530% ( feel good hormones). A recent 2023 scientific study found that the Wim Hof Method is also proven to bring down perceived stress levels and promotes mental focus.

Discover the science behind the Wim Hof Method and read about the ongoing research to continuously explore the potential of the Wim Hof Method. Learn more.