Benefits of Cold Water Exposure and Polar Plunges

Is cold water exposure good for you? What are the health benefits of winter swimming? All of that and more in this video

There are many benefits of cold water immersion and polar plunges, starting with a stronger immune system and ending with increased happiness

Here are some of the effects

Triggers anti-inflammatory norepinephrine release that reduces short-term pain from injuries
Reduces muscle soreness (DOMS)
Boosts happiness and wellbeing
Bolsters the immune system that kills viruses and fights off tumor factors
Increases the antioxidant glutathione and superoxide dismutase, which support the liver functioning, optimize cellular processes and protect against oxidative stress
Increases brown fat, which increases metabolism and burns energy to produce heat, which doesn’t happen with regular white fat
Increased norepinephrine, or adrenaline, which is a hormone that boosts your energy, focus, mood and sleep cycles

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jmehta (58) · 7 years ago

It also shocks you into the present moment.

siimland (46) · 7 years ago

Yes, puts you into the moment and brings clarity

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edensgarden (6) · 7 years ago

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kubiiak (29) · 7 years ago (edited)

I had no idea cold Water can bost metabolism. Good to know that. Maybe i will try it, but first i have to find enough courage to do this. :D

Thanks for sharing! :)

It's going to make you generate more heat

embomb701 (58) · 7 years ago

While I am all for doing Crazy Stuff like this, there is way easier ways to lose weight. lol. Good post.

Yes, but the main purpose isn't to burn calories or anything. It's more like boosting mitochondrial density

Ah, okay cool.