Stars and Celebrities Who Practise Cold Water Swimming

Have you ever wondered which celebrities or stars go cold water swimming? Here is an overview of who has already tried the cold water. Of course, this list will never be complete, but it may inspire you to go cold plunging, because as you can see, you’re not alone. Many of these celebrities and public figures go cold plunging regularly and don’t just have their picture taken once just to have done it.

If you have any other stars who practice cold plunging, be brave and post them in the comments below, and we’ll be happy to add them. The list starts with German stars and then goes international.

German Celebrities Who Practise Cold Plunging

1. Sophia Thiel: A German fitness influencer, author, and entrepreneur. She was born in Rosenheim in 1995 and has become known for her successful transformation from an overweight person to a fitness icon.
2. Lukas Brandl: German magician, artist, and actor, also practises cold plunging. The “Alles was zählt” star regularly cools off in the cold waters.
3. Dieter Hallervorden: The comedian and actor has said in an interview that he regularly sits in an ice bathtub to increase his circulation and boost his health.
4. Miriam Pielhau: The late presenter wrote about the benefits of cold plunging and cold training in her book “Dr. Hope”.
5. Felix Neureuther: The former ski racer has integrated cold training into his training routine to improve his regeneration and performance.
6. Thomas D: The singer from “Die Fantastischen Vier” regularly took ice baths to promote his health and well-being.
7. Sandra Kiriasis: The former bobsledder said in an interview that she regularly sits in an ice bath tub to improve her regeneration and performance.
8. Ralf Möller: The actor said in an interview that he regularly takes cold plunges to promote his health and well-being.
9. Kaya Yanar: The comedian tried out the Wim Hof method and wrote about it in an Instagram post.
10. Christoph Metzelder: The former footballer said in an interview that he regularly practises cold plunging to improve his regeneration and performance.
11. Manuel Neuer: The soccer goalkeeper has integrated cold training into his training routine to improve his performance and recovery.
12. Lilly Becker: The former tennis player regularly took cold plunges to improve her recovery and muscle regeneration.
13. Friedrich Liechtenstein: In a commercial for Edeka, the actor and singer showed how he takes cold plunges to boost his energy and performance.
14. Verona Pooth: The presenter and entrepreneur mentioned in an interview that she uses cold training to improve her physical and mental health.
15. Wladimir Klitschko: The former boxer has used cold training as part of his fitness regime to improve his physical and mental health.
16. Joko Winterscheidt: The TV presenter held a competition in his show “Joko gegen Klaas” in which he and his team had to take a cold plunge.
17. Tim Mälzer: The TV chef took a cold plunge in an episode of his show “Kitchen Impossible” to prepare for a challenge.
18. Bas Kast: German author and science journalist who described the health benefits of cold plunging in his book and is known for regularly plunging in ice-cold water. He reports that regular cold plunging can help to reduce inflammation in the body, boost metabolism, and strengthen the immune system. Kast has also produced a documentary entitled “The Cold Revolution”, in which he explores the effects of cold training on the body.

International Celebrities Who Practise Cold Water Swimming

1. Ben Fogle: British adventurer and TV personality who often plunges into cold water in various TV shows and documentaries.
2. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau: Danish actor, who’s best known for his role as Jaime Lannister in the HBO series ‘Game of Thrones’, spoke publicly about his love of cold water swimming.
3. Hugh Jackman: An Australian actor, singer, and producer known for his versatile roles on stage and screen. He is best known for his portrayal of the mutant Wolverine in the X-Men film series and has also starred in other successful films such as ‘The Prestige’ and ‘The Greatest Showman’. He is known for regularly practicing cold plunging as part of his fitness and wellness routine. He has mentioned in interviews that he regularly plunges in ice-cold water to reduce inflammation, increase circulation, and improve his overall well-being.
4. Prince Harry: A member of the British royal family who took a cold plunge during his military training in Antarctica.
5. Bear Grylls: A British adventurer and TV personality who often overcomes extreme challenges, including cold plunging, in his TV shows and books.
6. Rafael Nadal: A Spanish tennis player who uses cold plunging as part of his recovery routine and spoke publicly about it.
7. Wim Hof: Also known as “The Iceman”, he is a personality known for his ability to endure extreme cold and use cold exposure as a tool for physical and mental health. He has developed a special breathing technique known as the “Wim Hof Method”, which is said to increase cold resistance and well-being. Hof has set numerous world records for his achievements in cold exposure, including the longest cold plunge and the longest marathon run in extreme temperatures.
8. Justin Bieber: A well-known Canadian singer who spoke publicly about his love of cold plunging and shared pictures of himself taking cold plunges on social media.
9. Tom Brady: The NFL player regularly took cold plunges to speed up recovery and recuperation after games.
10. Tony Robbins: The author and motivational speaker who regularly took cold plunges to boost his energy and focus.
11. Laird Hamilton: The surfer has integrated cold training into his training routine to increase his performance and resilience.
12. Tim Ferriss: The author and podcaster has tried out the Wim Hof method and reported on it in his books and podcasts.
13. Maria Sharapova: The former tennis player regularly took cold plunges to improve her muscle regeneration and recovery.
14. Gwyneth Paltrow: In an Instagram post, the actress and entrepreneur showed how she sits in an ice bath tub and described it as part of her wellness routine.
15. Naomi Campbell: The model said in an interview that she regularly takes cold plunges to firm and rejuvenate her skin.
16. Shawn Mendes: The Canadian pop singer and songwriter can occasionally be seen completely submerged in an ice-cold mountain stream. Even with his head under water, which is something you should avoid. But he probably has a whole camera crew with him who can help him if he’s in trouble.

Why Do Celebrities Practise Cold Water Swimming?

For many stars, cold plunging is more than a trend; it’s a science-backed recovery and wellness practice. Benefits include:

• Faster muscle recovery and reduced inflammation
• Improved circulation and energy levels
• Enhanced mental resilience and focus
• A natural mood boost through endorphins
• Skin tightening and rejuvenation

Conclusion

If you’re curious, start slowly, consult your doctor, and consider trying it with others for safety.

Who knows- you may discover the same benefits that keep these celebrities coming back to the cold plunge.