VOICED : Un congelante Ano Nuevo en Francia

Participants engage in singing and dancing to fend off the cold as they prepare to dive into the icy waters off the northern coast of France. They celebrate the arrival of 2014 with creative costumes and fun. Each person has their own method to handle the cold, starting with their feet and gradually immersing themselves. Some find the cold water invigorating, while others struggle initially but adjust after a few minutes. After the swim, they warm up by drinking soup.

What activity do the participants engage in to keep warm before entering the cold water?

• They sing and dance.

• They play sports.

• They sit by a fire.

• They drink hot chocolate.

How do some participants start their immersion into the cold water?

• By wearing a wetsuit.

• By jumping in all at once.

• By starting with their hands.

• By beginning with their feet.

What is the general feeling of participants after entering the cold water?

• They feel extremely cold and uncomfortable.

• They find it refreshing and energizing.

• They regret their decision immediately.

• They feel no change in temperature.

What is the most challenging part of the cold water experience for many participants?

• Finding a place to swim.

• Staying in the water for a long time.

• Getting out of the water.

• Entering the water initially.

What do participants do to recover from the cold after their swim?

• They sit in a sauna.

• They wrap themselves in blankets.

• They drink soup.

• They take a hot shower.