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19May
How Long Should I Take a Cold Plunge?
Many people swear by a short cold spell and believe that this is enough. However, it should not be too short, but also not too long. So what is a duration that makes sense? Table of contentsPain and trembling are a good indicator to stop
01May
Lose Weight With Cold Plunging?
For some, this is the main motivation to lose weight; for others, it is a pleasant side effect. Whatever your motivation, cold plunging inevitably requires you to expend more energy, which in turn consumes glucose and fat. But what exactly happens to your fat...
24Apr
Burning Fat While Cold Plunging: White, Brown, and Beige Fat
In our previous article, we explored how cold plunging can support weight loss and how many calories you can burn. But the more exciting question is what exactly happens inside your body. On the one hand, cold plunging burns fat. On the other hand,...
10Apr
Breathing Correctly During a Cold Plunge
Table of ContentsWhy Is Correct Breathing Crucial in Cold Plunging?Cold Plunge Breathing Techniques: Wim Hof / TummoHow the Wim Hof / Tummo Method WorksWhat Do the Studies Say?Conclusion Our breathing is very important, but we usually pay little attention to it...
17Mar
Where Does the Tradition of Cold Plunging Come From?
Cold plunging has been around for a long time, even if it sometimes gives the impression that the trend of getting into the cool water has only just become fashionable. Table of ContentsCold Plunge Traditions for Over 2,500 YearsRussia: Deeply Rooted and Religious Traditions
01Mar
Is Cold Plunging or Winter Bathing Dangerous?
Cold plunging is not without risk, so it’s important to follow some basic safety rules. Very cold water draws heat from your body extremely quickly, and once core body temperature drops to around 30°C, the heart can shut down. This makes hypothermia life-threatening -...
27Feb
What Happens to Your Body During Cold Plunging?
A cold plunge delivers an intense cold stimulus to your body. That’s why you should always enter the water slowly and carefully rather than jumping in. It takes more effort, but it allows your body to acclimate safely. The cold causes our blood vessels to contract...
14Feb
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