Cold plunge devotees swear the wellness practice can do everything from lower the risk of depression to reduce muscle soreness, and there is a little research to suggest they may be on to something.

The most robustly supported long-term benefit is the one Ella describes: a profound effect on mood. The science provides a ...

Cold-water exposure is hot right now. From influencers touting the mental-health benefits of cold showers to professional ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Cold plunging has been having a moment for a few years now. And while immersing yourself in a tub of ...

It’s called an ice bath, and it’s not for the weak, faint of heart or people who don’t like the cold. Ice baths are the hot new trend in cold therapy with a chill following. Both C-suite executives ...

Dr. Mark Harper recalls his first cold-water swim in the south of England 20 years ago. It was August, but the initial jolt from the plunge took his breath away. The shock to his system lasted a ...

When you lift weights, walk up a steep hill or ride a bike, your body is continuously sending sensory signals to your brain. These signals paint a picture of the physical sensation of what you’re ...