Cold water baths in winter have suddenly become a flex. From early-morning reels to wellness dares, they are often sold as proof of toughness and grea.

Cold plunges are all the rage — Scheana Shay, 39, was spotted slipping into a backyard tub on the latest season of “Vanderpump Rules” and Courteney Cox, 59, revealed her love of frigid baths — but ...

If jumping straight into an icy shower feels overwhelming, start with warm water and gradually decrease the temperature.

Soothing sore muscles. Improving mood and sleep. Accelerating weight loss. Vagus nerve stimulation. Wellness enthusiasts, athletes, and maybe even your gym buddy are regularly praising ice baths for a ...

Though ice baths after exercise are hot on social media, a new small study suggests that athletes perform better if they soak in a hot tub. Ice baths after exercise are hot, especially among ...

While cold plunges can still be beneficial, Tang says that if you were to pick one, the sauna is a better pick for most. It has fewer risks, is long-studied, and is (let’s face it) much more enjoyable ...

When you think of a spa or wellness retreat, the image of a sauna or hot tub might come to mind. But a freezing cold bath? Not so much. So why are so many people adding cold plunge to their wellness ...

For centuries, professional athletes have been submerging in ice baths to reduce inflammation. Recently, that practice has expanded from athletes to just about anyone looking to improve their health ...

Ice baths after exercise are hot, especially among influencers. But a new small study suggests that recreational athletes perform better if they soak in a hot tub rather than a frigid one, especially ...