Cold Plunge Support Videos
Plunging FAQs
Pre-workout or post-workout?
Cold plunging offers a pre-workout boost, accompanied by a wonderful array of mental and physical advantages. In essence, it stands as the most effective pre-workout routine you'll ever experience.
Following your a cardio workout, its best to plunge immediately. After weightlifting we advise waiting for a minimum of 2 hours before jumping in the plunge.
Muscles require inflammation as a component of the growth process, and cold water contributes to anti-inflammation. In brief, it's best to avoid the tub until your anabolic window has elapsed... and then you can plunge away.
Should I plunge in the morning or at night?
Either option works, or you can even choose to do both. Taking a plunge in the morning will invigorate your mind and body. The remarkable 250% surge in dopamine collaborates with your body's circadian rhythm to provide a strong wake-up call. Opting for an evening plunge offers a similar outcome. You'll experience that dopamine surge transition into a state of relaxation, and you can definitely anticipate a restful night's sleep.
What does the plunge do for me after a run?
Cold plunging specifically targets lactic acid and inflammation within the body. The lactic acid that accumulates in your feet and legs after a run is effectively counteracted by cold water immersion.
What does a plunge do for me after weightlifting?
Following your workout, we advise waiting for a minimum of 2 hours after weight lifting before engaging in a cold plunge. Muscles require inflammation as a component of the growth process, and cold water contributes to anti-inflammation. In brief, it's best to avoid the tub until your anabolic window has elapsed... and then you can plunge away.
How does plunging help athletes?
Athletes will experience a multitude of benefits, including enhanced mental clarity, improved breathing, reduced inflammation, increased circulation, and accelerated repair of damaged tissues. The advantages go even further than this – in essence, it's a dream come true for athletes and why professional locker rooms have been equipped with cold water therapy pools since the 70s.
What are the recommend temperatures for cold plunging?
Any water temperature below 58°F qualifies as cold plunging temperature. Most people who plunge regularly are plunging between 45°F-50°F.
How long should I plunge for?
Ninety seconds of cold water immersion will provide you with all the therapeutic benefits you need. Just 90 seconds is all it takes, folks. Exchange a minute and a half of your time for health benefits that can contribute to a longer and higher quality life.
