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	According to Fincham et al. (2023), <blockquote>"The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting—the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref></blockquote>		According to Fincham et al. (2023), <blockquote>"The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting—the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref name=":0">Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref></blockquote>

	== Risks and contraindications ==		== Risks and contraindications ==
	Note that all practices involving hyperventilation can be dangerous and contraindicated for individuals with certain conditions such as neurological, respiratory, or cardiovascular diseases, epilepsy, mental health issues (e.g. PTSD, anxious tendencies, or panic disorders), pregnancy, and more. This is especially the case of more forceful approaches, in particular when combined with e.g. cold water immersion, as in the case of the Wim Hof Method. It should always be made evident that any practitioners attempting to practice HVB alone must be in a safe environment, especially away from water, hard surfaces or anywhere and any situation in which HVB risks harm to oneself or others, and particularly where fainting could prove fatal. Please consult with a doctor before you engage in such practices if you think you might have a contraindication.		Note that all practices involving hyperventilation can be dangerous and contraindicated for individuals with certain conditions such as neurological, respiratory, or cardiovascular diseases, epilepsy, mental health issues (e.g. PTSD, anxious tendencies, or panic disorders), pregnancy, and more.<ref name=":0" /> This is especially the case of more forceful approaches, in particular when combined with e.g. cold water immersion, as in the case of the Wim Hof Method. It should always be made evident that any practitioners attempting to practice HVB alone must be in a safe environment, especially away from water, hard surfaces or anywhere and any situation in which HVB risks harm to oneself or others, and particularly where fainting could prove fatal. Please consult with a doctor before you engage in such practices if you think you might have a contraindication.

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	Note that all practices involving hyperventilation can be dangerous and contraindicated for individuals with certain conditions such as neurological, respiratory, or cardiovascular diseases, epilepsy, mental health issues (e.g. PTSD, anxious tendencies, or panic disorders), pregnancy, and more. This is especially the case of more forceful approaches, in particular when combined with e.g. cold water immersion, as in the case of the Wim Hof Method. It should always be made evident that any practitioners attempting to practice HVB alone must be in a safe environment, especially away from water, hard surfaces or anywhere and any situation in which HVB risks harm to oneself or others, and particularly where fainting could prove fatal. Please consult with a doctor before you engage in such practices if you think you might have a contraindication.		Note that all practices involving hyperventilation can be dangerous and contraindicated for individuals with certain conditions such as neurological, respiratory, or cardiovascular diseases, epilepsy, mental health issues (e.g. PTSD, anxious tendencies, or panic disorders), pregnancy, and more. This is especially the case of more forceful approaches, in particular when combined with e.g. cold water immersion, as in the case of the Wim Hof Method. It should always be made evident that any practitioners attempting to practice HVB alone must be in a safe environment, especially away from water, hard surfaces or anywhere and any situation in which HVB risks harm to oneself or others, and particularly where fainting could prove fatal. Please consult with a doctor before you engage in such practices if you think you might have a contraindication.

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	# Chavez, J. A., & Zappaterra, M. (2023). Can Wim Hof Method breathing induce conscious metabolic waste clearance of the brain? ''Medical Hypotheses'', ''177'', 111118. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mehy.2023.111118</nowiki>		# Chavez, J. A., & Zappaterra, M. (2023). Can Wim Hof Method breathing induce conscious metabolic waste clearance of the brain? ''Medical Hypotheses'', ''177'', 111118. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mehy.2023.111118</nowiki>
	# Czarnecki, J., Nowakowska-Domagała, K., & Mokros, Ł. (2024). Combined cold-water immersion and breathwork may be associated with improved mental health and reduction in the duration of upper respiratory tract infection - a case–control study. ''International Journal of Circumpolar Health'', ''83''(1), 2330741. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1080/22423982.2024.2330741</nowiki>		# Czarnecki, J., Nowakowska-Domagała, K., & Mokros, Ł. (2024). Combined cold-water immersion and breathwork may be associated with improved mental health and reduction in the duration of upper respiratory tract infection - a case–control study. ''International Journal of Circumpolar Health'', ''83''(1), 2330741. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1080/22423982.2024.2330741</nowiki>

OlivierSandilands at 16:46, 13 March 2025

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	According to Fincham et al. (2023), <blockquote>"The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting—the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref></blockquote>Note that all practices involving hyperventilation can be dangerous and contraindicated for individuals with certain conditions such as neurological, respiratory, or cardiovascular diseases, epilepsy, mental health issues (e.g. PTSD, anxious tendencies, or panic disorders), pregnancy, and more. This is especially the case of more forceful approaches, in particular when combined with e.g. cold water immersion, as in the case of the Wim Hof Method. It should always be made evident that any practitioners attempting to practice HVB alone must be in a safe environment, especially away from water, hard surfaces or anywhere and any situation in which HVB risks harm to oneself or others, and particularly where fainting could prove fatal. Please consult with a doctor before you engage in such practices if you think you might have a contraindication.		According to Fincham et al. (2023), <blockquote>"The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting—the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref></blockquote>

			== Risks and contraindications ==
			Note that all practices involving hyperventilation can be dangerous and contraindicated for individuals with certain conditions such as neurological, respiratory, or cardiovascular diseases, epilepsy, mental health issues (e.g. PTSD, anxious tendencies, or panic disorders), pregnancy, and more. This is especially the case of more forceful approaches, in particular when combined with e.g. cold water immersion, as in the case of the Wim Hof Method. It should always be made evident that any practitioners attempting to practice HVB alone must be in a safe environment, especially away from water, hard surfaces or anywhere and any situation in which HVB risks harm to oneself or others, and particularly where fainting could prove fatal. Please consult with a doctor before you engage in such practices if you think you might have a contraindication.

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OlivierSandilands at 16:39, 7 March 2025

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	According to Fincham et al. (2023), <blockquote>"The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting—the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref></blockquote>As with ~~all heavy~~		According to Fincham et al. (2023), <blockquote>"The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting—the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref></blockquote>Note that all practices involving hyperventilation can be dangerous and contraindicated for individuals with certain conditions such as neurological, respiratory, or cardiovascular diseases, epilepsy, mental health issues (e.g. PTSD, anxious tendencies, or panic disorders), pregnancy, and more. This is especially the case of more forceful approaches, in particular when combined with e.g. cold water immersion, as in the case of the Wim Hof Method. It should always be made evident that any practitioners attempting to practice HVB alone must be in a safe environment, especially away from water, hard surfaces or anywhere and any situation in which HVB risks harm to oneself or others, and particularly where fainting could prove fatal. Please consult with a doctor before you engage in such practices if you think you might have a contraindication.

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OlivierSandilands at 16:38, 7 March 2025

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	According to Fincham et al. (2023), "The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting—the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref>		According to Fincham et al. (2023), <blockquote>"The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting—the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref></blockquote>As with all heavy

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BeataGrobinski at 20:45, 12 February 2025

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	According to Fincham et al. (2023), "The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention ~~setting – the~~ combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref>		According to Fincham et al. (2023), "The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting—the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref>
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 According to Fincham et al. (2023), "The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting – the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref>
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	According to Fincham et al. (2023), "The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting – the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref>		According to Fincham et al. (2023), "The WHbM involves cyclic hyperventilation, incorporating periods of fast ventilation (usually 30-40 fast and deep breaths) followed by apnoea (whereby a participant alternates between the two) (Kopplin & Rosenthal, 2022). The WHbM also includes cold water exposure, muscle stretching and meditation, with the adoption of a ‘mindset,’ operationalised as intention setting – the combination of the two aims to increase general stress resilience. This technique is finding favour in scientific literature (i.e., Kox et al., 2014)."<ref>Fincham, G. W., Kartar, A., Uthaug, M. V., Anderson, B., Hall, L., Nagai, Y., Critchley, H., & Colasanti, A. (2023). High ventilation breathwork practices: An overview of their effects, mechanisms, and considerations for clinical applications. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 155, 105453. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2023.105453</nowiki></ref>
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