COLD SHOWER FEEDBACK

[YEA]  03/27/2007: Brandon from San Angelo, Texas writes: "We haven't had hot water at our house for almost a year now because the gas bill was too high. So we decided to go without. I was forced into taking cold showers. In the summer, the water was cold, but not freezing, so when I got out, I was very cold. Winter is just ending and the water has never been colder. It's so cold I almost can't breathe out when I'm under it. Still, as soon as the water turns off, I'm instantly warm and inexplicably comfortable. I've never felt better. The shower itself is torturous for the first few minutes, but when it's over I feel amazing. I can't explain why I feel so warm immediately after the shower. I don't even shiver, I feel perfect. It's two things in one. It's a thrill/challenge, and it's therapy. I'm addicted to both the rush and the incredible comfort that immediately follows."

[YEA]  03/26/2007: Cory from Tacoma, Washington writes: "I have been taking cold showers every day now for almost three months, and I recently got the results of my latest blood and urine lab tests from my doctor. Blood sugar and cholesterol were markedly lower than the tests showed just prior to starting the cold shower regimen, with no appreciable changes in diet or physical exercise. My blood pressure was lower, and my pulse rate at rest has decreased from 72 to 54, which I find amazing. I am not in "great" shape physically, and I can only attribute these changes to the cold showers. This might actually be the 'fountain of youth'."

[YEA]  03/22/2007: Andrew from London, UK writes: "Cold showers have had a very positive effect on my health. Can't do without them now and hot showers almost seem repellent to me. The following has occurred since i started taking them 3 months ago: better circulation, less sweating, no colds/flu/infections,clearer mind, cleaner skin (blackheads have cleared up), no body odour...miraculous. I can vouch for cold showers and best of all it's totally free! I am definitely an addict."

[YEA]  03/22/2007: Ravi from Reston, VA writes: "Hey everyone, I took my first cold (?) shower today after reading your experiences. I can feel something different today. I want to know how cold is cold? When I turned off the hot knob completely, the water was biting cold. It was too much for me so I turned the hot a little and the cool water was bearable. I want to know if you guys are talking about the ice/biting cold showers without turning the hot water at all. Your reply is appreciated!"

[YEA]  03/20/2007: Shirlena from Oaklawn, MO writes: "I didn't understand what they are saying about putting almond oil all over before the shower. Do you put the oil on, and then wash it off with soap, in the cold shower? If you wash it off right away, what's the benefit of doing that? Also when you wash your hair in the cold shower, do you shampoo it with the cold water? Or are you washing it first with warm water? I want to do this right if I'm going to take a very cold shower. I'd like to get the great results you all got here. It all sounds so wonderful and healthy. Hope you don't mind me asking the questions. Thanks, Shirl"

[YEA]  03/10/2007: Kristina from Waukesha, Wisconsin writes: "I heard about cold showers jumpstarting circulation and I have gradually been working up to a cold shower by ending a warm one with cold water. It seemed a strange and painful punishment but it was free, and who doesn't love free? I haven't stayed in it long enough to feel lasting benefits, but I have noticed I have no need to go back to warm water and it's much better coming out of a shower when the room feels warm instead of cold. It almost starts feeling good. I will definitely continue."

[YEA]  03/04/2007: Cory from Tacoma, Washington writes: "For the first two months of my cold shower regimen, I would keep the water maximum cold for five minutes, and then warm back up with a hot shower. But now I'm finding it's better to just step out of the shower with the water still cold, and warm up gradually as I dry off. Also, I've increased the time to ten minutes. Perhaps eventually hot showers will not even seem necessary."

[YEA]  02/23/2007: Bob from Brooklyn, NY writes: "I am excited and shocked to see that other people are having the same experiences as me in taking cold showers. I feel completely awake, but calm after a nice fresh dip. I have even had experiences of mild euphoria. My method mirrors many others. Start with cool water rand increase to cold. I've experimented with different temperatures and found, however, that if the water isn't cold enough I just shiver. When the water is colder the blood starts moving and I internally heat up. This is where the good stuff is. Has anyone else had that experience? Not cold enough water making you shiver? Anyway.... Cold showers are no joke. They take time to get used to, but after a while of taking cold showers a morning hot shower starts to seem slightly decadent."

[YEA]  02/01/2007: Karthik from Hyderabad, India writes: "Cold Water -- It's really amazing how it feels to take a cold water bath in the mornings. I have had this acne problem for a long time and taking cold water bath has helped me a lot."

[YEA]  01/11/2007: Nev from Yorkshire, UK writes: "I tried the cold shower therapy first thing this morning. God it was great, once the initial shock was over, i got out of the shower and was tingling all over. I feel great today, i had little sleep last night and was groggy and felt horrible. thank you, i'm going to be trying this again tomorrow. The worst thing about it was different parts get hit by the water, so just as you thing your getting used to it, BAM an un showered bit gets hit by freezing water. At least the bathroom felt really warm when i got out"

[YEA]  01/11/2007: Ryan from Lansing, MI writes: "I am LOVING the cold showers (in addition to the baking soda/molasses/acv cocktail, which is amazing as well). I just wanted to share an insight: I'm still acclimating to taking cold showers, although I'm really starting to enjoy them. Something I HAVE noticed that may help others who can't imagine a cold shower is to slowly reduce the temperature of the water and, when it feels uncomfortable cold, to spray it on your underarms. Just put them right up by the shower head so they are taking the brunt of the spray. I don't know if it's the nature of the skin there, it's proximity to your vitals or what, but it takes the body "sting" out of the cold temperatures. Just a few seconds of armpit cold and you can start to enjoy the energy of it all. Hope this helps others:)"

[YEA]  12/24/2006: Robert from Waterbury, CT writes: "Read about it on this site. Have been taking cold showers for several months now. Having well water its very cold even in the summer. If i stick my head into the stream of water first the initial shock is not bad at all. Then it just feels super you feel so refreshed and awake. Seem to be very good for the skin and have not had a cold since . I look Forward to it now."

[YEA]  12/19/2006: Iceman from UK writes: "People think i am crazy having cold showers. but i am doing it for about 6 months and i feel great. i don't feel sick and i feel energized. i just wear a shirt in the cold and nothing has happened to me. I tell people i am a new breed of human beings. Now i know that there are other people like me. WE ARE KNOWN AS THE ICE PEOPLE. WE WILL RULE THE WORLD."

[YEA]  12/15/2006: N writes: "It definitely helps with cold weather. I've been taking cold showers for 5 years now (I'm 27) and it is rare that I have more than a short sleeve shirt under my jacket during the winter. People say that I'm crazy and that I'm going to catch a cold but the last time I had a cold was 6 years ago. To be honest, I'm a little scared of my addiction to cold showers. It is my morning "coffee" and it gives me the energy throughout the day. Now -I'm very resistant to cold weather but I became more sensitive to warmer temperatures. I often find myself in a room with others wearing 2 or 3 layers; I'm wearing a shirt and I'm hot. Not to mention what girls tell me: "your body is on fire" or "you're burning" ..:) I actually decided to do a google on "cold showers" to see if there is any harm, and that's how I found this place ps: yes...it does help with weight loss. Combine that with some exercise and you'll have a beautiful toned body."

I think using the words "fresh showers" sounds better than "cold showers". I also would like to know if there are more and stronger arguments like: does it makes you loose weight? Does it improve your love-life? (the blood that leaves your skin has got to go somewhere!) Greetings, Arno"

[YEA]  12/06/2006: Levi from Vienna, VA writes: "I came across your article about cold showers and all the great testimonials. It got me very interested in taking them and that's what I've been doing over the last 5 days or so. It makes me much more alert, but otherwise it's probably too early to tell if there have been any other major changes to my overall health. I'm very interested in discussing the various techniques and methods for doing this, the health improvements people have experienced, and possibly any science behind how it is improving health. So I created a Yahoo! Group to discuss the subject, and I would like to invite anyone interested in discussing it to join: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/coldshowers/"

[YEA]  12/05/2006: Sven from Stockholm writes: "I have been taking cold showers for 3 years. I am 22 now. For 3 years I did not have any illness. I start with feet, legs, then arms and finally all my body. My skin got much beautiful and my hair looks very healthy. It also gives a particular mood to me, and makes me feel very good."

[YEA]  11/29/2006: Bill from Springfield, MO writes: "Started these 2 years ago-- I am now 73-- and take only cold showers-daily-- feel revitalized and have not had an illness since I started. These with my 3 day exercise regiment really has given me "new look" on life."

[YEA]  11/25/2006: Garry from Nagoya Japan writes: "I started taking cold showers about 2 months ago the water was cold, but nothing like it is now. I noticed that I could withstand the cold a lot better. It has only been a while but I am thinking of taking one at night as well after reading the messages."

[YEA]  11/23/2006: JC from Colorado writes: "If you get a flexible shower head with a long extension you can spray the shower walls before and after you turn the water to cold and it helps to get used to it. I just started and am hoping to not have as many colds this year."

[YEA]  11/12/2006: Daniel from Melbourne, Australia writes: "I'm a 16 yr old boy, whom my father is a health "freak", fruits all day and fresh salads in the evenings and last but not least COLD showers each night and morning. My dad finally convinced me to just try cold showers each morning to see if it would help me function during the day. AMAZINGLY, i'm hooked and love cold showers every morning and evening i have cold showers, this really helps me through my day. Right now i feel i cannot function without having a cold shower. This site also helped me into my first step in trying out a cold shower."

[YEA]  11/04/2006: Bala from Greensboro, NC writes: "I have sinusitis and used to sneeze frequently. I had been having cold shower since the last four weeks. It was hard the first time, but never so subsequently. My sneezing has significantly reduced."

[YEA]  09/25/2006: Emrah from Turkey-Ankara writes: "For 3 months i've been taking cold showers once in a day. My dad taught me that if you keep some water in your mouth while taking cold shower, you will avoid the trembling. Cold showers helps you learn faster. Look after yourself, you super human being."

[YEA]  09/12/2006: Eric from Ontario Canada writes: "That's it! I am totally hooked on ice cold showers! I have often thought about doing it over the years but always put it off. Now I'm thinking , why did I wait so long? Bottom line...total rush, energy that lasts all day, sense of well being, physical and mental stimulation, heightened awareness, heightened senses such as smell, hearing and taste, positive outlook, strong immune system ( no more colds or allergies), great stress reducer.. .it keeps me an all round happy, healthy and fun loving guy. I would recommend it to anybody. After my morning cold shower I am totally invigorated and I actually want to jump in again during mid day for an added boost."