Breathing in Cold Water
Susanna emphasizes the importance of managing the sympathetic nervous system through controlled breathing, especially in cold water. She warns against hyperventilating before entering water, as it can lead to decreased oxygen flow and increased stress hormones. Instead, slow nasal breathing is recommended to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and maintain body heat, ultimately reducing the risk of hypothermia.In this clip
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Related Questions
What happens when you override the sympathetic nervous system and activate the parasympathetic nervous system through the vagus nerve during a cold plunge, as discussed in the episode Dr. Susanna Søberg: How to Use Cold & Heat Exposure to Improve Your Health | Huberman Lab Podcast and the clip Cold Water Immersion
What happens when you override the sympathetic nervous system and activate the parasympathetic nervous system through the vagus nerve during a cold plunge?
Why should we practice mentally calming ourselves during a cold shower if the cold shower activates both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems?