Who is Wim Hof aka The Iceman? Holly Willoughby’s Freeze the Fear co-host
Wim Hof, 57, is a Dutch daredevil and world record holder
WIM Hof is known for his amazing ability to withstand deathly cold temperatures.
But who is Wim Hof and how does he survive such extreme conditions?
Here's what you need to know.
Who is Wim Hof?
Wim Hof is a Dutch daredevil who is known as “The Iceman” thanks to his ability to withstand the extreme cold.
He was born in Sittard, Limburg and had eight siblings.
Wim says that he was first drawn to cold water when he was 17-years-old.
Now, Wim has five children of his own - four of them by his first wife who passed away in 1995 and one son by his second wife.
The Iceman also takes daredevil punters on expeditions to freezing locations across the globe teaching them his method.
What is Wim Hof's new show Freeze the Fear?
Wim Hof appears in Freeze the Fear alongside eight daring celebrities.
The show is fronted by This Morning star Holly Willoughby and Lee Mack.
Celebrities taking part on the show include Alfie Boe, Chelcee Grimes, Owain Wyn Evans, Dianne Buswell, Tamzin Outhwaite, Patrice Evra, Gabby Logan, and Professor Green.
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The show follows the group of celebrities as they face a range of tests that will challenge their mental strength under the guidance of the legendary Wim Hof.
How is Wim Hof able to survive in freezing temperatures?
Wim puts his ability to withstand the extreme cold down to special breathing techniques and being able to "turn his own thermostat up" by doing so.
Current studies think that by consciously hyperventilating, Wim is able to increase his heart rate, adrenaline levels and blood alkalinity.
Experts also believe that Wim possess much higher levels of brown adipose tissue – which helps his resistance to the cold.
Wim is also able to hold his breath with ease for over six minutes while his entire body is submerged.
How many world records does Wim Hof hold?
Wim holds an impressive 26 world records - including a world record for longest ice bath.
Other feats include climbing Mount Everest in just a pair of shorts and running a marathon in the Namibian Dessert with no water.
He has broken his own longest ice bath record numerous times.