Finding balance: How Ice Barrel’s CEO manages a high-performance lifestyle

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Wyatt Ewing founded Ice Barrel in 2017 after realizing that a 60- to 80-hour work week in corporate aviation was taking a toll on his physical and mental well-being.

Now, as CEO of Ice Barrel, Wyatt leads a “fast-paced life” that is “demanding” and requires him to be focused and achieve optimal performance every day.

Though the structure and times of his workouts may change day-to-day due to family and work requirements, certain routines are a must. “I strive to be consistent with them so that I can live a meaningful life,” says Wyatt, who is currently on a mission to complete every CrossFit workout ever prescribed and record them all. “This year, I participated in my first CrossFit Open and am currently working towards completing all the Hero workouts,” he adds.

Wyatt’s current wellness goal is to spend more time in the sun and get grounded in nature. “I like to have my morning coffee outside, walk the kids to the bus stop, and spend time outside with the animals. We raise chickens and beef to eat as organically as possible,” Wyatt explains.

Here’s Wyatt to share his Health Stack:

Ice Barrel

“I practice contrast therapy each evening using my Ice Barrel and Sisu Sauna. The session consists of three rounds, with 15 minutes in the sauna, followed by 4 minutes in the Ice Barrel. I always end on cold.”

Sisu Sauna

“Sisu Sauna is a great product for an entry-level sauna experience. It is made in the USA from high-quality wood, is easy to install, and utilizes a HUUM heater. I prefer a HUUM heater over a wood-burning sauna, so I don’t have to start the fire before each use.”

Max Effort Muscle Tri-Blend Protein with raw milk

“My favorite protein shake is the Max Effort Muscle Tri-Blend Protein mixed with raw milk. The Vanilla Ice Cream and Chocolate Peanut Butter flavors are my favorite. It tastes great and aids in muscle recovery and performance.”

Create Creatine Gummies

“The Create Creatine Gummies are a staple of mine. I take them both morning and night, and the watermelon is my favorite. These are great for building muscle, energy, and mental clarity.”

Intake Nasal Strip

“Nasal strips promote breathing out of your nose and help improve sleep. I wear the Intake Nasal Strips every night while I sleep and sometimes throughout the day at home.”

The Toe Spacer

“Our toes are often scrunched up in socks and shoes all day. Toe spacers improve foot mobility and correct foot alignment.”

Hyperice Normatec 3 Legs

“I wear compression boots three times a week for fast recovery and improved muscle soreness. The Hyperice Normatec 3 Legs are my go-to.”

KANE Footwear

“KANE’s footwear is super comfortable and convenient. I wear them with everything!”

Supplements

“I use supplements with minimal ingredients and ensure that they are super clean. Get Blokes is where I get my blood work tested and am given support based on my current needs. Onnit Alpha Brain is a supplement I use for memory and cognitive support. Thorne Acetyl-L-Carnitine gives a powerful boost in alertness and cognitive benefit.”

Beam

“I drink Beam 3 times a week for better sleep. The Chocolate Peanut Butter flavor is the best!”