The benefits of the cold immersion are also far reaching, apart from the mental and cognitive effects, it can be an incredibly powerful tool to help establish control over your breath, nervous system and physiology.
Just several minutes in the cold plunge can elicit many effects such as;
- Reduced inflammation
- Faster recovery and better quality sleep
- Reduced fatigue
- Lowered loss of electrolytes
- Increased power output
- Decreased core temperature
- Reduced soreness
- Lowered heart rate
- Better plasma volume
- Glycogen sparing
- Increased work volume/capacity
There is evidence of stimulation of “brown” fat cells (fat used for temperature regulation) that can stimulate increased fat loss and immunity. The process of cold exposure is also one of mental “sharpening’ a discipline that will improve your resilience and mental toughness!
