cold water immersion
Plunging into frigidity
Cold water immersion is the practice of submerging the body in cold water, typically below 59°F (15°C).
Athletes use it for recovery after intense exercise, believing it reduces inflammation and muscle soreness.
The practice has gained popularity as a wellness trend, with claims about improved circulation, mood, and immune function: I started my morning with cold water immersion.
Also called cold plunging or ice bathing.
- plungeSudden steep descent
- polar plungeSwimming in frigid water
- ice bathTherapeutic immersion in frigid water
- shockViolent sudden disturbance
- gaspSudden sharp breath
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Heated jetted soaking pool
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Heated room for sweating
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