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 water immersion has gained popularity as a wellness practice, but what many enthusiasts overlook are the potential risks that accompany that invigorating shock to the system. From morning showers ...

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MICHIGAN, USA — As Memorial Day Weekend approaches, many families are looking forward to beach trips and the unofficial start of summer. But before you pack the swimsuits and sunscreen, there’s an ...

Walk through any trendy suburb and you might find a new “wellness” studio offering ice baths or “contrast therapy” (a sauna and ice bath combo). Scroll social media, and you’re likely to come across ...

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 ...

Enduring a week’s worth of cold water plunges can jolt the body’s cells into starting the process of autophagy to clean up and recycle old, worn-out, and broken parts, according to a new study. It ...

Swimmers set to brave the icy waters of the Irish Sea and North Atlantic Ocean to mark the start of 2026 should be aware of the potential dangers involved, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution ...