The Best Cold Plunge & Sauna Routine (Benefits of Hot, Cold, & Contrast Therapy)

Published: Aug. 12, 2024, 10 a.m.

Did you know that combining cold showers with regular exercise could reduce your sick days by a whopping 54%? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Axe breaks down the science behind cold plunging and its surprising benefits for your mind and body.\n\nDiscover:\n\n\nThe optimal temperature and duration for maximum cold plunge benefits\n\nHow cold exposure can skyrocket your dopamine levels by 250%\n\nHow cold plunging can enhance performance for athletes\n\nThe unexpected link between cold plunging and Type 2 diabetes management\n\nWho should avoid cold plunging\xa0\n\nExpert tips for safely incorporating cold plunging into your wellness routine\n\n\nTune in to arm yourself with cutting-edge knowledge on this powerful health practice. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast, biohacker, or simply curious about natural ways to boost your wellbeing, this episode will leave you with actionable insights to elevate your health game. Don't miss out on this cool opportunity to transform your approach to wellness!\n\n\nWant more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel.\n\nFollow Dr. Josh Axe\nInstagram\nTwitter\nFacebook\nTikTok\n\n\n------\xa0\n\n0:00 Intro\n01:19 What is cold plunging?\n02:29 How often should you cold plunge?\n04:46 Benefits of cold plunging\n10:01 Who SHOULD cold plunge?\n12:10 Who should NOT cold plunge?\n20:33 Cold, hot, & contrast therapy\n30:26 What time of day is best for cold plunging?\n32:45 Top 3 do\u2019s and don\u2019ts of cold plunging\n\n------\xa0\n\nLinks:\xa0\n\n\nhttps://www.hubermanlab.com\n\nhttps://www.coldplungeculture.com\n\nhttps://www.discovermagazine.com\n\nhttps://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org\n\n\nhttps://www.cedars-sinai.org\xa0\n\n\nhttps://breakthrough-pt.com/blog/top-6-benefits-of-cold-plunges/\xa0\n\n\nhttps://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0161749\xa0\n\n\nhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0306456523002681\xa0\n\n\nhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10751106/\xa0\n\nhttps://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/cold-plunge-after-workouts