It’s natural to freak out at the thought of entering very cold water, willingly…intentionally! Introduce the bio hacking scientific benefits of a cold plunge into your world, and you may decide to change your lifestyle and include this trendy new bio hack into your weekly routine. With just 2 – 3 sessions per week in your own ice bath you can change your health (both mental and physical) in so many ways!
Climbing into an ice bath or cold shower is not only good for your body, it is great for you mentally. Pushing through mental and physical barriers such as a breathtaking dip into cold water, is scientifically proven to foster good mental health and make us more resilient. It actually helps us to be able to better cope under real life stresses when we face them because consistent cold therapy allows the mind to get comfortable in a state of discomfort, which improves its ability to deal with other types of stress. But even more than the mental health benefits of a cold plunge, there are a myriad of amazing physiological benefits that will hopefully also take your breath away!
Top benefits of ice baths:Improves health conditions by supporting the central nervous system and increasing blood circulation
- Decreases overall inflammation in the body
- A natural potent pain reliever for those who suffer from chronic bodily pain
- Increases immunity and supports general health
- Activates brown fat and assists with cellulite reduction
- Creates a rush of endorphins and a natural 2,5 times spike in dopamine levels – improving mood
- Improves sleep and accelerates the metabolism
You don’t need to even to go too low on temperature. Dr Andrew Huberman and Wim Hof have both scientifically proven that these physiological benefits kick in from 15 degrees, and that the optimal ice bath is at 10 degrees, for between 3-6 minutes and done 2-4 times per week – that is very achievable when you consider it takes about 3-5 minutes to make a good cup of coffee! Imagine drinking it while you sit in your own ice bath, soaking in all of the mental and physical benefits above…trust me, try it and you won’t want to stop! And for those who love the ocean but hate its cold water offerings…a couple of ice bath sessions a week for 3-6 minutes will make the ocean feel like a warm pool, you’ll never miss out on that beautiful ocean dip again! Watch this interesting video for more info: deliberate cold water immersion benefits
Please always consult your doctor if you have a medical health issue before getting into very cold water. It is not suited to every person depending on the exact health condition that you face. Please also monitor the temperature of the water as extreme cold (4 degrees and under) can cause an onset of hypothermia quickly – remember you don’t need to go to low temperatures to enjoy the benefits of cold therapy.
If you’re interested in owning your own ice bath – contact us for options and pricing.
