Cold plunge devotees swear the wellness practice can do everything from lower the risk of depression to reduce muscle ...

A recent study published in PLoS One found that neither cold nor hot water immersion improved muscle recovery in women over the course of 72 hours. The researchers emphasized the need for more ...

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We dive into the pros and cons of cold plunging to see whether this popular wellness trend really is worth the chill.

While evidence is building around the positive mental health effects of taking a plunge in chilly water, scientific confirmation is still lacking.

When you lift weights, walk up a steep hill or ride a bike, your body is continuously sending sensory signals to your brain. These signals paint a picture of the physical sensation of what you’re ...

If there's one trend that stands out from the past few years of wellness, it's temperature. Whether it's ice baths or saunas, maintaining a regular degree has become embarassingly old school. But when ...

Cold plunge devotees swear the wellness practice can do everything from lower the risk of depression to reduce muscle soreness, and there is a little research to suggest they may be on to something.