COLD BENEFITS
Increased Energy
Through the release of norepinephrine + mitochondrial biogenesis
Anti-Depressive Benefits
Release of dopamine (otherwise known as the happy chemical)
Increased Longevity
3+ heat and ice sessions p/w = 40% decrease in all-cause mortality
Improved Immune System
Cold water has a strong immunostimulating effect
Increased Stress Tolerance
Learning to control stressful situations and building resilience
Promotes Weight Loss
Through increases in metabolic rate (upto 350%) and thermogenesis
‘Just a 20 second whole-body plunge in very cold water increased norepinephrine by 200-300% + dopamine by 250%’