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Cold baths are hot! The first complete guide to winter swimming is here! Practical tips and great inspiration for both the beginner and the experienced. Get your copy of this amazing book!
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Cold baths are hot! The first complete guide to winter swimming is here! Practical tips and great inspiration for both the beginner and the experienced. Across the country, people are descending into ice pools, cold lakes and seas. Some find relief from pain and depression. Others experience a moment of calm in a stressful everyday life. A cold dip is an experience within everyone's reach. It doesn't require sophisticated equipment, a long flight or a big wallet.
Winter Bathing looks at current research that explains the positive effects of bathing on both body and mind. The book discusses different breathing techniques, which are key to longer baths. There are tips for those who want to venture into their first swim and for the experienced swimmer who wants to elevate their experience. The guide also suggests destinations from Lapland's ice hotels with wakes to Skåne's cold bathhouses, all offering unique adventures. So pack your towel and put on something warm. Once you've experienced the thrill of cold bathing, you'll never want to stop.
A HANDBOOK OF: Lisa Bjerre, Heli Björkman, Ulf Huett
FORMAT: 173×218 mm, Hardcover
NUMBER OF SIDORS: 168
YEAR OF ISSUE: 2021
ISBN: 9789177751793
Ice baths increase the production of white blood cells and improve the body's ability to fight infections.
Cold baths trigger the release of endorphins and noradrenaline, which can reduce stress and improve mood.
Cold stimulates blood flow by contracting and dilating blood vessels, improving circulation.
Cold temperature reduces muscle inflammation and speeds up recovery after exercise or physical activity.
Ice baths help lower body temperature and promote relaxation, leading to better sleep quality.
Cold baths provide a quick energy boost by stimulating the nervous system and improving alertness.
Cold improves the ability of the lymphatic system to transport fluids, which helps detoxification and reduces swelling.
Cold reduces inflammation and swelling in the body, which can relieve pain and speed up healing.
Ice baths release 'feel good' hormones such as endorphins, which contribute to an improved emotional state.
Exposure to cold stimulates brain activity and helps sharpen mental focus and clarity.
Cold baths activate brown adipose tissue, which helps the body burn calories and increase fat burning.
Cold tightens pores and promotes skin elasticity, giving skin a healthier appearance.
Ice baths relieve muscle pain and help the body recover faster after physical exercise.
Cold baths can stimulate the production of hormones that regulate stress, mood and energy.
Ice bathing can be beneficial to health, but it is important to be careful and listen to your body. Many experts recommend starting with short sessions and gradually increasing the time as the body gets used to it.
A common recommendation is to start with 1-2 minutes for the first few baths and then gradually increase the time to 5-10 minutes, if it feels safe for you.
Ice bathing is not suitable for everyone and can be dangerous for people with certain medical conditions or health problems. Before taking up ice bathing, it is wise to consult a doctor, especially if you have heart or circulation problems.
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