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15Sep
Does Cold Plunging Help Against Depression?
Depression is by no means simply a phase of sadness or dejection that can be smiled away or pass by itself. Rather, depression is a complex and serious illness that can severely affect the lives of those affected. And it is more common than many...
09Sep
Stars and Celebrities Who Practise Cold Water Swimming
Have you ever wondered which celebrities or stars go cold water swimming? Here is an overview of who has already tried the cold water. Of course, this list will never be complete, but it may inspire you to go cold plunging, because as you...
30Aug
Interview: Finnish ice swimmer Elina Mäkinen
Before Elina Mäkinen, no Finn had managed to swim the ice mile © Elina Mäkinen Anna (Eisbaden.de): How often do you go into the ice water? Elina Mäkinen: I try to practice ice bathing as regularly as possible in winter. I usually go into the ice water...
27Aug
The Best Breathing Techniques for Cold Plunging
Certain breathing techniques before exposure to the cold, such as a cold plunge, can help to adequately prepare the body for this challenge and significantly mitigate the effects of the cold. This means, for example, that you can warm yourself up internally so that...
19Jul
Cold Plunging in Summer
Many cold plunging enthusiasts want to enjoy the benefits year-round, even in the heat of summer. But keeping the water cold enough can be tricky when outdoor temperatures rise. The good news is that with the right tools and setups, you don’t have to give up...
09Jul
What Is Cold Water Swimming?
Cold water swimming takes many forms. Two of the most common terms are cold plunging (ice bathing) and winter or ice swimming, and while they sound similar, they are not the same. Cold plunging is about brief, motionless exposure to cold water, often for recovery...
21Jun
Is Cold Plunging Healthy?
Whether cold plunging is really healthy is probably one of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to jumping into ice-cold water. And this is a controversial topic. While many experienced cold plungers swear by the positive effect on health and well-being, some scientists...
10Jun
At What Temperatures Do We Talk About Cold Plunging?
When we talk about cold plunging, there doesn't necessarily have to be ice in the water. However, there must be a certain amount of cold to be able to speak of cold plunging or cold water swimming, because a cold shower is not enough to...
22May
How Should You Warm Up After a Cold Plunge?
The cold plunge, cold water swimming - jumping into ice-cold water - are becoming increasingly popular. This is because the targeted use of cold therapy not only strengthens the body, but also the mind and emotions. However, in addition to the positive aspects, dealing...
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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