Ice bathing at the Nesslerhof
How cold weather strengthens body and mind
While outside the snow-covered peaks of the Grossarl Valley glisten in the winter sun, brave guests at the Nesslerhof venture into ice-cold water. What at first glance appears to be a test of courage is much more than just a trend: ice bathing is a centuries-old practice that brings body and mind into harmony and teaches us to deal with challenges more calmly.
What is ice bathing and why is it so popular?
Ice bathing, also known as cold water immersion, refers to the conscious immersion in cold water with temperatures below 15 degrees Celsius. At the Nesslerhof, we practise this method under professional guidance and combine it with specific breathing techniques and mental training.
Its growing popularity is no coincidence: in our fast-paced world, more and more people are looking for ways to reduce stress and strengthen their resilience. Ice bathing offers just that – a moment of complete presence in which only the here and now counts.
The role of breathing: the key to success
At Hotel Nesslerhof, we place particular emphasis on proper breathing technique. Without conscious breathing, ice bathing becomes pure torture rather than a transformative experience.
The breathing techniques taught by Edith Aigner in the Ice Bath Day Spa Special will help you:
- Stay calm when your body is screaming in panic
- Not just endure the cold, but accept it
- Regulate your circulation and keep it stable
- Maximise the benefits of cold exposure
These breathing exercises are not only useful in ice-cold water – they are tools for everyday life. You can fall back on these techniques in stressful, tense or challenging situations.
After the ice bath: Integration into everyday life
- The aim of our Ice Bathing & Wellness Special is not only to offer you a unique experience, but also to provide you with tools that you can use in the long term. You can apply the breathing techniques and mental exercises you learn with us on a daily basis:
- In the morning: Start the day with a cold shower and conscious breathing.
- When stressed: Use the breathing techniques you have learned to calm yourself.
- Before challenges: Remember how you mastered the cold.
- For relaxation: These methods also help you fall asleep.
Ice bathing at the Nesslerhof is a journey to your inner self. It is the moment when you realise that you are stronger than you thought. It is the experience that true warmth comes from within. And it is the realisation that challenges can be overcome – in ice-cold water as in life.
If you are ready to leave your comfort zone and try something new, we look forward to accompanying you on this special experience. The Nesslerhof's guest whisperers await you!
Be inspired and take the plunge into cold water – for your health, for your mental strength, for yourself.