In this episode of The Best You Podcast, Nick sits down with Ciaran Flanagan, founder of Inergize Health, to explore the growing world of cold exposure and contrast therapy.
Ciaran is the creator of one of the first portable full-body cold plunge tubs, designed to bring recovery and resilience straight to your home. Together, they break down the science-backed benefits of cold plunging, why it’s more than just a trend, and how to use it effectively to optimize your physical and mental performance.
Whether you’re an athlete looking to improve recovery or someone simply wanting to boost energy and immunity, this episode gives you everything you need to know about cold exposure therapy.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
● What happens biologically when your body is exposed to cold water
● The mental, physical, and immune health benefits of cold plunging
● How cold the water really needs to be for results
● Whether or not cold showers count and how to ease into cold exposure
● How long you should stay in a cold plunge and how often to do it
● The power of contrast therapy (alternating hot and cold) and how it enhances recovery
Tune in to discover how cold exposure can become a powerful tool in your health optimization toolbox.
Topics Discussed:
Cold Exposure and its Mental Benefits 1:43
Cold Immersion for Stress Reduction 6:32
Cold Immersion and the Immunity 17:07
How to Prepare for a Cold Plunge 24:54
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