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By Fin Cousins\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 22 November 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Ice baths are in a golden age. Even the word \u2018cryotherapy\u2019 is seeping into our vocabulary, with high-tech cooling methods introduced in advanced training facilities across the globe.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Whether it\u2019s the meditative advice of \u2018The Iceman\u2019 Wim Hof, Joe Rogan\u2019s intense dip that turned him into a meme or Kevin Hart\u2019s ice bath-themed chat show, cold water therapy is seeping into popular culture.<\/p>\n

So, in the wake of this popularity, what are the potential benefits? And what options are out there for you to invest in, if you want to try cold therapy at home?<\/p>\n

Potential benefits of ice bath use<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The science around ice baths is, as ever, conflicted. Many experts believe in their usefulness for easing sore and aching muscles, helping your central nervous system and limiting inflammatory response after exercise to boost recovery.<\/p>\n
Ice baths: do they help athletes after intense exercise?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>
If you have any worries at all, though, it\u2019s worth consulting a medical professional before beginning to implement ice baths into your recovery routine.<\/p>\n
How long should you spend in an ice bath?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
It\u2019s recommended you spend as long in an ice bath as you can but never exceed 10-15 minutes.<\/p>\n
How cold should an ice bath be?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
The bath should be approximately 10-15\u00b0 Celsius.<\/p>\n
Why can\u2019t you just use a regular bathtub?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
It\u2019s best to immerse your entire body in the ice bath to gain the best effect of blood vessel constriction. Given the size constrictions of regular bathtubs, which usually hold around 190 litres, they likely won\u2019t cut it.<\/p>\n
The best home ice baths<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Explore Fitness Large Ice Bath<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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