Chapter
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Cold Exposure.
1:29:12 - 1:37:00 (07:48)
Cold exposure has been shown to have significant benefits for athletes looking for faster recovery after workouts. However, data also suggest that exposing yourself to cold after a workout may not be the most effective solution if you're trying to gain strength and hypertrophy muscles.
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The length of time it takes for your body to exhale carbon dioxide can indicate how recovered your nervous system is from previous day's activities.
1:29:12 - 1:32:58 (03:46)
Summary
The length of time it takes for your body to exhale carbon dioxide can indicate how recovered your nervous system is from previous day's activities. If your "CO2 discard time" is between 30-60 seconds, you're in the green zone to do more physical work; between 65-120 seconds means you're likely fully recovered, while 20-25 seconds or less means you're not fully recovered.
ChapterThe Benefits and Drawbacks of Cold Exposure.
EpisodeScience & Tools For Muscle Growth, Increasing Strength & Muscular Recovery
PodcastHuberman Lab
Using cold within four hours after a workout can prevent some of the benefits of cardiovascular and resistance training, inhibiting the processes associated with them.
1:32:58 - 1:37:00 (04:02)
Summary
Using cold within four hours after a workout can prevent some of the benefits of cardiovascular and resistance training, inhibiting the processes associated with them. However, exposing oneself to cold can be beneficial for athletes trying to recover quickly or those mainly focused on endurance work.