With warmer temperatures and plenty of sunshine these last few days, it’s easy to forget that it’s still winter here in the Pacific Northwest. While “cold-plunging” in one of our scenic lakes or Puget ...

Cold plunge therapy sits in an interesting place in the recovery landscape. The evidence for short-term recovery benefits and ...

SEATTLE — People around Puget Sound hear the warnings all the time, this time of year: Avoid swimming in the lakes and rivers if you can, as the water is still very cold despite warmer temperatures.

That invigorating blast of cold water you’ve been using to start your mornings might be doing more than just waking you up, it could be putting dangerous stress on a heart condition you don’t even ...

Cold showers do more than jolt you awake in the morning. Research suggests they can support your overall health in surprising ways. For starters, cold exposure can boost circulation and help reduce ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The early summer heat wave in 2024 in Oregon is one reason many people will go to lakes and rivers to cool off. But even though the temps are hot, the water is not — and that ...

Warmth and cold shape body awareness, emotions, and mental health in ways science is only starting to understand.