Are cold plunges bad for you? ⬇️
The headlines want you scared:
“Cold plunges kill muscle growth”
“Cold water doesn’t help recovery”
“Are they even good for you?”
The problem is these studies looked at ultra cold temperatures for lengthy periods of time.
Lamar Jackson, Justin Jefferson, and every pro I know? They’re doing it RIGHT:
✅ 3-5 minutes at 50-59°F (keeps muscle temp safe)
✅ Wait 3+ hours after lifting OR use on cardio days
✅ 1-3 sessions per week MAX
✅ Track your measurements if you’re worried
The REAL science shows shorter plunges actually BOOST performance, restore vagal tone, and spike norepinephrine 2-3x without raising cortisol.
10-12 minutes per week = metabolic and mood benefits WITHOUT killing gains.
Don’t believe every clickbait headline trying to scare you away from what actually works.
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