About me & my approach

In today’s society, many people live in a constant state of stress, which gradually breaks the body down and weakens both physical and mental resilience. Fatigue, anxiety, overthinking, burnout and chronic inflammation have become increasingly common.

What if there was a simple, natural and effective way to restore balance, energy and a sense of control?

My background

Coach Björn Karlsson, and I am a certified Advanced Wim Hof Method Instructor, Health Coach and Business Coach, based in Kalmar, in the south-east of Sweden.

Training, movement and nutrition have been a passion of mine for most of my life, but health did not become my profession until later on.

After more than 20 years in a high-pressure IT project management career, I personally experienced fatigue syndrome and long-term stress. During this period, I discovered the Wim Hof Method, which became a turning point.

Through the method, I regained my energy, significantly reduced stress, and experienced unexpected health improvements. My asthma symptoms disappeared, circulation improved, and the cold-induced white fingers I used to have during winter vanished. Today, I don’t even need gloves when playing in the snow with my son.

This lived experience strongly shaped my motivation to support others on their own path toward resilience and health.

Why I do this work

Through my own recovery, I realized how much I genuinely enjoy guiding and inspiring others toward better health – physically, mentally and emotionally. I decided to change direction professionally, train as a health coach and become a certified Wim Hof Method Instructor.

I am convinced that anyone can take back control over their health, with the right guidance, safety and commitment.

Alongside my work as a Wim Hof Method instructor, I am also active in the business world as a Business Coach I am connected to the innovation and business incubator at Kalmar Science Park, where I work with professionals in high-performance environments.

Breathing – simpler than you think

When I first heard about the importance of breathing habits, I was skeptical. I already trained regularly and paid close attention to nutrition – did I really need to think about breathing too?

The answer turned out to be yes – and no.

You don’t need to think about every breath. Once you understand a few key principles and allow your body to adapt, healthier breathing patterns become automatic. Simple changes can create profound effects. Looking back, I only regret that I waited so long to fully understand the power of the breath.

My activities & services

I work with group workshops, individual sessions and corporate clients, and I also facilitate events and workshops in different locations across Sweden.

My work includes:

• Wim Hof Method Fundamentals Workshops

• Breathing classes

• One-to-one individual sessions

• Corporate workshops and team events, focusing on stress resilience, energy, focus and recovery

My sessions are grounded in both athletic training experience and personal recovery from fatigue syndrome, allowing me to adapt the method to different people, groups and contexts.

Workshops are mainly held in Swedish, and occasionally in English. I work with participants from all over Sweden and regularly facilitate Wim Hof Method workshops across the country.

I look forward to meeting you and supporting you in discovering the positive changes that may be waiting for you.

Feel free to reach out and send me a message.
Let’s talk – and take the next step together.

Warm regards,
Björn – the Swedish Polar Bear

About me & my approach

In today’s society, many people live in a constant state of stress, which gradually breaks the body down and weakens both physical and mental resilience. Fatigue, anxiety, overthinking, burnout and chronic inflammation have become increasingly common.

What if there was a simple, natural and effective way to restore balance, energy and a sense of control?

My background

Coach Björn Karlsson, and I am a certified Advanced Wim Hof Method Instructor, Health Coach and Business Coach, based in Kalmar, in the south-east of Sweden.

Training, movement and nutrition have been a passion of mine for most of my life, but health did not become my profession until later on.

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