With the recent TV programme on BBC, Wim Hof’s popularity has risen and we’ve become more aware of the benefits of cold therapy. Hof earned his name ‘Iceman’ after undergoing a series of sub-zero challenges, including climbing Mt Kilimanjaro in shorts, running a half marathon above the arctic circle barefoot, and staying submerged in a container of ice cubes for almost two hours. This Dutch man has been using cold therapy for 50 years, with staggering health benefits.
But what is the science behind cold water therapy? “In terms of exercise and sport, an ice bath – also referred to as cryotherapy or cold-water immersion – is where you immerse yourself in a bath, or similar-sized container, filled with water and ice,” explains Christian Allen, product trainer at Runners Need.
“It’s beneficial after a long period of physical exertion. Incorporating ice baths into your exercise regime can reap several benefits, including alleviating muscle soreness, boosting muscle repair, performance improvement and much more.”
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