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 ...

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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 ...

A warm shower after a long day at work can feel restorative. Or, maybe a cold shower is just what your body craves to get up in the morning. Regardless of the type of shower you prefer, you are likely ...

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Your body's first reaction to a plunge in chilly water is the "cold shock" response. Your heart rate jumps. Stress hormones spike. You gasp suddenly, and may hyperventilate. Your reward if you stay in ...