A fireside chat with the Stoltmans
Discussing physical and emotional resilience… and how skinny Tom used to be.
At the beginning of September the Brass Monkey team travelled up to the Cairngorms for a fireside chat with the Stoltmans, and group dip in stunning Loch Insh.
It turns out there’s more to their cold dipping routine than easing aching limbs, and there’s more to being a strongman than physical strength. Watch the video to hear how the mental, physical and emotional resilience that comes from regular dips in icy water has supported the big lads’ journey to becoming the world strongest brothers.
Fancy a free guide to cold dipping?
Over the years we’ve spent a huge amount of time reading books, scientific studies and academic papers on the science and benefits of cold water immersion. We’ve distilled all that down into a detailed, but not too heavy-going, guide. It’s worth a read if you have time.
About the Stoltman Brothers
Luke and Tom Stoltman, known as "The World's Strongest Brothers," are celebrated strongmen from Scotland. Luke, born in 1984, transitioned from a career in oil rigs to become Europe's Strongest Man in 2021, after securing multiple national titles. Luke won Europe's Strongest Man once again this year! Tom, born in 1994 and diagnosed with autism, followed in Luke's footsteps, winning back-to-back World's Strongest Man titles in 2021 and 2022. Tom won World's Strongest Man again this year! Their incredible journey from local competitions to global dominance is fuelled by dedication, family support, and a shared passion for strength.
About Brass Monkey
Foundered by brothers on a mission to bring a safe and exceptional cold water immersion experience to the world. The ice bath they wanted to buy didn’t exist, so they built it and that’s how Brass Monkey was born. With patented technology that creates and releases ice inside the bath on a cycle you control, it’s the only ice bath able to maintain 0°C. Powerful filtration for safe crystal clear water for every dip and full support for both commercial and at-home use with a ProCare and ColdCare package with every purchase. Partnering with gyms, hotels, spas, sport clubs and individuals around the world, Brass Monkey is committed to delivering the power of the cold to as many people as possible.