Contrast therapy is the practice of alternating hot and cold applications to treat injuries and speed recovery in training. The Scandinavian tradition of rolling nearly-naked in the snow after a stint in a hot sauna is perhaps the most well-known form of contrast therapy, but
The formula for successful training in running is simple: higher workloads = greater performance gains. The key is to increase running loads while allowing sufficient time for recovery and healing between training runs. It sounds simple, but it requires patience, and competitive runners seeking their best
The first step into your cold plunge spa may take your breath away! Being mindful and breathing with intention can help you to stay present, avoid panic, and reap the physical and mental benefits of a daily immersion practice. Here are three breathing techniques to
Anxiety is a normal human response — whenever we’re faced with future uncertainties and situations beyond our control, our bodies prepare us for imminent challenges by releasing and modulating hormones such epinephrine, norepinephrine and thyroid hormone, as well as the neurotransmitter GABA. This response, known
Cold plunge enthusiasts will be the first to tell you that sitting in freezing cold water isn’t easy. But they’ll also tell you that the post-plunge feelings of happiness, well-being and even euphoria, make it worthwhile. But how does cold water immersion generate such positive
Cold therapy has long been popular in the world of sport and athletics as way to reduce soreness and speed recovery after injury or training. The growing community of cold immersion advocates, however, extends far beyond athletes and fitness buffs—take a look through social media
Let’s face it, there are very few of us for whom lowering oneself into freezing cold water has any appeal—it’s unpleasant
Cold water immersion is a type of cold therapy used to treat injuries, aid in exercise recovery, and promote physical and mental health. As a practice, it includes everything from swimming in a frozen lake, to sitting in a feed trough filled with ice and