Coaches, athletes and trainees alike often preoccupy themselves with the work component of a program intended to boost athletic performance. An often overlooked and critical piece to the puzzle, ...

Cold immersion therapy can help reduce muscle soreness, cool you down after exercise, help your immune system and metabolism, and even improve your mood. But make sure your immersion in cold water is ...

Share on Pinterest In a new study examining the benefits of cold-water immersion, participants had reduced stress levels in the 12 hours following exposure. Charlie Chesvick/Getty Images A new study ...

Cold and hot showers may have different benefits. A cold shower may help reduce pain, inflammation, and swelling, while a hot shower may boost cardiovascular health and improve sleep. Most studies ...

We’re hardly short on ways to boost muscle recovery, whether it’s pummeling ourselves with the best massage guns or paying a visit to the local physiotherapist. But a debate has been simmering in the ...

Stepping into an ice-cold shower may seem like a rough way to start the day, but some research suggests it could benefit your health. Known as cold water immersion, or cold water therapy, the practice ...

Over the past few years, it seems that physical and mental health has been put on ice … in a good way. Thanks to co-signs from pro athletes and celebrities, cold immersion therapy is rising in ...