ZUMBRO FALLS — Emma Archbold stood happily in the Zumbro River. The 15-year-old from Rochester had caught the first smallmouth bass of her life. The sun was shining, and the water flowing around her ...

What Is a Cold Plunge? A cold plunge or cold water immersion is a short dip in cold water that may offer some health perks. Long used by athletes to help with muscle recovery, cold plunges have become ...

The sensation is familiar to many—you step into the shower, pour cold water over your head first, and suddenly experience a brief wave of dizziness or lightheadedness. This common reaction has spawned ...

People around the world regularly swim in frigid water, plunge into ice baths, or hop into cold showers. Those who practice cold plunges or other cold therapy say it makes them feel enlivened, ...

Dr. Mark Harper recalls his first cold-water swim in the south of England 20 years ago. It was August, but the initial jolt from the plunge took his breath away. The shock to his system lasted a ...

Sitting in a tub of ice-cold water may sound a bit crazy, yet people worldwide do it regularly for its potential health benefits. This practice, known as cold water immersion, is becoming an ...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 4,500 people drowned each year in the United States from 2020–2022. Most fire departments’ response district has some form of ...

Caroline Thomason is a media dietitian in the greater Washington, D.C. area. She writes for top-tier media outlets, partners with brands as a nutrition expert and runs a nutrition private practice. In ...

The mere thought of it might make you shiver, but outdoor swimming has long been a feature of the Christmas period. People have touted the health benefits of cold water for centuries, all the way back ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Cold-water immersion may boost mental health and well-being. The practice carries risks, too, including drowning ...