As recovery methods go, the ice bath is perhaps one of the few things on earth even less inviting than the foam roller. Yet there may be some brr-illiant benefits to submerging oneself in sub-zero ...

What Is a Cold Plunge? A cold plunge or cold water immersion is a short dip in cold water that may offer some health perks. Long used by athletes to help with muscle recovery, cold plunges have become ...

Share on Pinterest In a new study examining the benefits of cold-water immersion, participants had reduced stress levels in the 12 hours following exposure. Charlie Chesvick/Getty Images A new study ...

Share on Pinterest Cold plunges may have benefits in the short term but people may overestimate the results, a review has found. Duet Postscriptum/Stocksy Research is ongoing about the potential ...

In a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers have taken a deep dive into the effects of cold-water immersion on health and wellbeing. Analyzing data from 11 studies with 3177 ...

Sitting in a tub of ice-cold water may sound a bit crazy, yet people worldwide do it regularly for its potential health benefits. This practice, known as cold water immersion, is becoming an ...

Caroline Thomason is a media dietitian in the greater Washington, D.C. area. She writes for top-tier media outlets, partners with brands as a nutrition expert and runs a nutrition private practice. In ...

The mere thought of it might make you shiver, but outdoor swimming has long been a feature of the Christmas period. People have touted the health benefits of cold water for centuries, all the way back ...