EMMA CLAYTON takes the plunge and tries ‘contrast therapy’ - blending ice baths and a sauna - at a new wellness club at the historic Dean Clough site in Halifax THERE was an internal conversation ...

Your idea of a good time and self-care may involve a long, luxuriously hot bath. Bubbles, a good read and a candle? What could be better? To be clear, ice baths may be trending, but they are not new.

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What Is a Cold Plunge? A cold plunge or cold water immersion is a short dip in cold water that may offer some health perks. Long used by athletes to help with muscle recovery, cold plunges have become ...

Cold-water exposure is hot right now. From influencers touting the mental-health benefits of cold showers to professional athletes swearing by ice baths for recovery, it's become a bonafide wellness ...

Ice baths after exercise are hot, especially among influencers. But a new small study suggests that recreational athletes perform better if they soak in a hot tub rather than a frigid one, especially ...

Cold water baths in winter have suddenly become a flex. From early-morning reels to wellness dares, they are often sold as proof of toughness and great health. But is braving icy water actually good ...

Ice baths may have several health benefits, including helping to reduce muscle pain and inflammation and improving mood and cognitive ability. Ice baths involve immersing the body in cold water.