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Cold therapy Ice Bath/Cold Plunge

Ready to know its health benefits and how to start this practice from home? You ' ve come to the right place!

 

 

“Taking ice baths is a practice that has been around for ages. Even in

civilizations that typically used hot water for bathing, people occasionally

immersed themselves in freezing cold water. The reason is that ice baths

are linked to several health benefits. Unsurprisingly, nowadays people still

use ice baths to increase their health and overall wellbeing. You can

easily experience the power of the cold yourself by incorporating the Wim

Hof Method into your daily life. Many people from all over the world are

already using the method to become a stronger, happier, and healthier

individual”.

                                               WIM HOF METHOD. “Regular ice baths”

Wim Hof, The Dutch “Iceman ” is know for his ability to tolerate freezing temperatures. He has broken several Guinness records usually doing many eyecatching stunts of the daredevil type most of them involve exposure to cold. He has run a marathon over the Arctic wearing only shorts, he can hold his breath for over 5 minutes and has taken an ice bath for 112 minutes. He attributes these feats to his “Wim Hof Method” (WHM), a combination of cold exposure along with breathing and meditation techniques.

Hold on! It doesn 't mean that we ' re here to teach you how to be like Wim Hof. We 'll rather show you some benefits that this practice has on our health. Please, keep reading.

"The Wim Hof Method is built on three pillars, which are breathing, cold therapy and commitment, " as read on the program ' s website. Combined, these three pillars form a powerful method that is capable of changing your health and even your life.

Exposing our bodies to cold temperatures is one of the three pillars of the Wim Hof Method. It involves immersing the body in cold water (59 degrees Fahrenheit or less) for an extended period of time, being an incredible tool to improve the health of the body and mind.

Ice Bath/Cold Plunge. What are the benefits?

Here ' s a list of some of the key benefits we ' ve collected from high-impact athletes, yogis, and regular workout people:

• Reduces inflammation, swelling, and sore muscles.

• Boost injury recovery.

• Speeds up metabolism, promote lymphatic drainage.

• Regulate hormones.

• Reduce stress and improve sleep and mood.

 

“Cold exposure is also thought to have positive effects on the skin as cold
water can constrict blood vessels and decrease inflammation, which can
give the skin a temporarily more radiant appearance”.

                                     Frank D'Agostino. www.harpersbazaar.com

 

 

How to start this practice safely at home?

Yes, now you know some benefits of cold plunge. But we want to show you some tips to start from home safely.

It is important to start cold exposure slowly and increase tolerance over time. You may want to start your cold exposure routine with a cold immersion and gradually increase the duration or intensity of the immersion until you feel comfortable.

When starting out, it is essential to focus on slow but steady breathing and limit exposure to the cold to just a few minutes. As you feel more comfortable, you can gradually increase the duration of your cold exposure sessions.

According to Michael Kummer ' s (healthy living and technology enthusiast) research, he takes most of his ice baths when it' s convenient for him. But sometimes he plans them strategically to achieve specific benefits.

Here are some examples of that:

• Early morning plunge. If I had a bad night and don ’t feel super energetic, I just jump into my cold plunge to get a jolt of energy that lasts several hours.

• Pre-workout plunge. Sometimes I jump into the cold plunge, followed by a hot shower, to get some blood pumping before an intense workout — especially strength training sessions.

• Post-workout plunge. If I have sore muscles after a hard workout, I jump into my cold plunge to speed up my recovery as part of my postexercise routine.

• Afternoon plunge. If I’ m super stressed because of work, the kids, or a combination of both, I jump into the cold plunge, followed by a 30- minute session in my Sunlighten mPulse infrared sauna to relax and downregulate my sympathetic nervous system. Additionally, I leverage random cold plunges on active recovery days.

• Evening plunge. I’ ve noticed that plunging before bedtime helps me fall asleep quicker and it also improves the quality of my sleep.

                       Michael Kummer. www.michaelkummer.com/health/ice-bath-benefits/

 

 

 It' s also essential to listen to your body ' s signals during cold exposure and stop if you start to feel uncomfortable.

Ice Bath/Cold Plunging. Final Thoughts.

In general, Cold water therapy, such as ice baths and cold plunges, has been shown to have a number of benefits for physical and mental health, including improved recovery from exercise, reduced inflammation, increased pain relief, improved mood and cognitive function, boosted immune system and more...

However, it is important to start slowly and gradually increase the duration of your cold plunges. You should also avoid cold water therapy if you have any health conditions, such as heart disease or high blood pressure.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to try ice baths/cold plunging is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. If you are interested in trying cold water therapy, it is important to do your research and talk to your doctor to make sure it is right for you.

We believe in the power of cold exposure to improve your health and well-being. Therefore, The Kalm Ice Bath Cold Plunge is the ultimate solution for those looking to maximize the benefits of cold plunge therapy.

Made with durable construction and fully insulated, this portable inflatable tub is designed to keep water at the optimum temperature for longer, allowing for full submersion and maximum benefits.

 

Try it today and experience the benefits for yourself!

 

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