At Recovery Plus, we utilise Cold Water Immersion (CWI) as a powerful recovery tool. CWI involves immersing the body in cold water, typically between 4-9 degrees Celsius, post-exercise. This therapeutic process promotes recovery by leveraging the benefits of temperature contrast.
Reduced Muscle Soreness: CWI effectively reduces Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) and fatigue following strenuous exercise sessions.
Pain Relief: The cold water induces vasoconstriction, helping to alleviate pain and inflammation in muscles and joints.
Improved Metabolism: CWI stimulates metabolic processes, aiding in recovery and enhancing overall metabolic efficiency.
Enhanced Recovery: Research shows that CWI accelerates recovery by promoting physiological adaptations and reducing recovery time between training sessions.
Vasoconstriction: Cold water immersion constricts blood vessels, reducing swelling and promoting healing.
Analgesic Effect: The cold water acts as a natural pain reliever, soothing sore muscles and joints.
Inflammatory Reduction: CWI helps suppress inflammatory pathways, facilitating faster recovery.