Benefits of cold water exposure 

• Prolonged release of dopamine. A crucial chemical responsible for regulating mood, sleep, attention, motivation and learning.

• Releases adrenaline (Epinephrine) which leads  to increased alertness and energy.

• Release of endorphins which contribute to an improved mood.

• Cultivates 'top-down control' from the prefrontal cortex which fosters resilience.

• Reductions in muscle soreness of around 20% to 50% have been reported in studies on cold water immersion for post-exercise recovery

• Converts white  fat into brown fat which correlates to a faster metabolism.

• Some studies report decreases in inflammatory markers by 10% to 30%.