We dive into the pros and cons of cold plunging to see whether this popular wellness trend really is worth the chill.

A recent study published in PLoS One found that neither cold nor hot water immersion improved muscle recovery in women over the course of 72 hours. The researchers emphasized the need for more ...

After getting hot and sweaty during a workout, many now opt to take a cold plunge—typically between 50–60 degrees Fahrenheit (10–15 Celsius)—in hopes of speeding up muscle recovery and easing ...

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Cold plunge devotees swear the wellness practice can do everything from lower the risk of depression to reduce muscle soreness, and there is a little research to suggest they may be on to something.