Chapter
Benefits and Drawbacks of Cold Immersion for Athletes
06:50 - 14:52 (08:01)
Experts discuss the pros and cons of athletes using cold immersion techniques, such as cold showers or ice baths, before and after exercise. Cold immersion can increase the body's capacity to absorb excess heat, but may also limit avenues of heat loss during exercise.
Clips
Discover the primary sites of heat loss in the human body and how cold showers and ice baths affect them.
06:50 - 10:44 (03:54)
Cold Showers, Ice Baths
Summary
Discover the primary sites of heat loss in the human body and how cold showers and ice baths affect them. Learn about the different reasons why people take cold showers and ice baths, from general health to improved resilience and metabolism.
ChapterBenefits and Drawbacks of Cold Immersion for Athletes
EpisodeDr. Craig Heller: Using Temperature To Optimize Performance, Brain & Body Health
PodcastHuberman Lab
Taking a cold shower or bath before aerobic activity can increase the body's capacity to absorb excess heat, thereby improving performance by preventing impairment of body temperature regulation.
10:44 - 14:52 (04:07)
Fitness
Summary
Taking a cold shower or bath before aerobic activity can increase the body's capacity to absorb excess heat, thereby improving performance by preventing impairment of body temperature regulation.