Kris Rice shares her journey into cold therapy, which began as a personal necessity while navigating mental health struggles and supporting her daughters. She dives into the science behind cold plunging, its impact on mental resilience, metabolism, and stress management, and the gender differences in cold exposure responses. The conversation also explores the evolution of her wellness brand, ChillPod, and the importance of making cold therapy accessible—especially for women.
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Chapters
00:00 The Journey to Cold Therapy
02:57 Understanding the Science Behind Cold Plunging
05:48 Cold Plunging and Its Impact on Mental Health
09:02 Gender Differences in Cold Exposure Responses
11:56 The Role of Brown Fat and Metabolism
15:00 Cold Shock Proteins and Recovery
18:01 Practical Tips for Cold Plunging
20:59 Overcoming Mental Barriers to Cold Therapy
24:40 Starting Simple: The Journey to Cold Plunging
29:21 The Female Perspective on Cold Plunging
35:08 Breaking Down Barriers: Cold Plunge vs. Sauna
39:04 The Importance of Managing Stress
42:46 Introducing the ChillPod: A New Approach to Cold Plunging
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