S8 EP20: Cold Plunging: So Hot Right Now

What is cold plunging? Why is it all over my feed? Cold Plunging has been around for a long time, but is rising in popularity. So let’s start with what it is: submerging your body in icy-cold water for a short period of time typically done in the name of recovery. For some of us this seems crazy, but for a lot of people it’s become an essential part of their daily routine.  This week we explore the benefits of cold plunging, if it’s a good fit for you, and how you can get started if it is something you’re interested in adding into your recovery routine. Topics Discussed in Today’s Episode: Fitfluencers and cold plunging Morning routines Cold plunging is not new What cold plunging is Why athletes do it What happens when you cold plunge How cold plunging affects your hormone levels Why it’s not one-size-fits-all People who are not cold-tolerant The universal thing that cold plunges do The benefits of being uncomfortable Training the vagus nerve Training a specific part of your brain to handle stress Gaining the ability to tell your body how you want it to respond Jumping off points for people who want to start cold plunging How to avoid overdoing the cold plunge Related Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iPhone⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for Android⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fitness FB Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thick Thighs Save Lives Workout Programs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Constantly Varied Gear's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Workout Leggings