The benefits of cold plunging are plenty, not limited to strengthening the immune system, increasing metabolism, improving fat loss, and having significant effects on mood.
If you’re setting out to make cold exposure a part of your health and wellness routine, here are three tips for an enjoyable experience that will keep you coming back for more!
1. Before your first plunge, get comfortable with discomfort by taking cold showers. Regular cold showers will help you understand the basic physiological responses that you will experience in an ice bath and you’ll get better at managing them.
2. Don’t stress about exact temperature! For most of us, the benefits of cold immersion begin at any temperature that makes us uncomfortable and yet still empowers us to make the practice part of our regular routine.
3. Help your body adjust faster by ensuring your thyroid (neck area) is underwater and exposed to the cold as this will elicit a more dramatic hormonal response. For the most benefits, submerge your whole head or face periodically.
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