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b'Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\\nEpisode 2432:\\nChristian Finn\'s article explores the controversial practice of cold water immersion after workouts. While acknowledging benefits like reduced soreness and improved mood, Finn delves into research suggesting that ice baths might impede muscle growth. He highlights studies showing less muscle hypertrophy in those using ice baths post-exercise, proposing that ice baths may diminish the body\'s natural muscle-building response. Finn also discusses the possibility of psychological effects playing a role in perceived recovery benefits.\\nRead along with the original article(s) here: https://muscleevo.net/ice-baths-muscle-growth/\\nQuotes to ponder:\\n"Cold water immersion appeared to put the brakes on muscle growth, with the passive recovery group \\u2013 the guys who sat in a chair for 15 minutes after each workout \\u2013 posting the biggest increase in the size of their fast-twitch muscle fibers."\\n"In short, by working against your body\\u2019s natural response to tissue damage, you may end up slowing your progress rather than speeding it up."\\nEpisode references:\\nJournal of Physiology: https://physoc.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/14697793\\nEndure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance by Alex Hutchinson: https://www.amazon.com/Endure-Curiously-Elastic-Limits-Performance/dp/0062499866\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'