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Whether in lake, lido, river or sea, we know the benefits of swimming outdoors and in nature—environmentally friendly and accessible, it can influence our happiness, our energy and our inner tranquillity. Winter Swimming takes this one step further, as contact with cold water all year round can also have a significant positive impact on our physical health, confidence and well-being. Danish scientist Susanna Søberg leads us step by step into the icy water and explains the 'cold-shock response', the massive endorphin rush as our body reacts and adapts.

What is it about freezing cold water that draws people in? Throughout history, humans have gravitated to cold water swimming and celebrated its healing properties, calling it the secret to good health and serenity. Today, cold water swimmers gather in groups from Galway to Georgian Bay to jump into frigid waters for fun, competition, and even as a form of activism and protest.

Welcome to today’s episode of Recovery and Wellness Podcast. In this episode, we’re discussing a popular and increasingly essential tool in the world of fitness and recovery—ice baths. Specifically, we’re diving into why you should buy ice bath Melbourne and how it can transform your recovery routine. Cold therapy, or ice baths, have been used for years by professional athletes to reduce muscle soreness and speed up recovery. But it’s not just athletes who benefit—many fitness enthusiasts and wellness seekers are now incorporating ice baths into their routines to optimize both ...