NEWS... BUT NOT AS YOU KNOW IT

The wellness industry isn’t tiring of the cold anytime soon.

If anything, more people are shouting the benefits of cold water swimming, while others are trying ice baths for the first time.

Cryotherapy is on the rise too, and experts at UK Saunas expect this to only increase in the coming years.

Cryotherapy involves immersing the whole body in sub-Arctic conditions (usually of around -90 degrees celsius), but you don’t need to go so hardcore to try the trend.

There are actually really easy ways to get the benefits – which include reducing inflammation and improving sleep quality – into your day-to-day life.

Here are some quick ways to give it a try yourself.

Cold has been used to reduce swelling and inflammation since Ancient Egyptian times, so it can be used when a muscle is sore to help ease any pain.

This is a popular reason to try cold therapy, but you should do it with caution – especially if you’re new to the practice.

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The Wim Hof method has become mainstream knowledge in recent years with the uptick of wild water swimming – pioneered by Wim, also known as Iceman, for his ability to withstand cold temperatures.

Cold showers, ice baths and cold water swimming are linked to wellbeing, with submersion being good for boosting mood.

Studies have even shown two cold showers a day can reduce symptoms of depression.

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