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Morning Coffee vs Ice Bath
Morning Coffee vs Ice Bath

Coffee has long been used as a way to kickstart the day and shake off morning grogginess. For many of us, this has become a habitual morning ritual we have...

Mal O'Brien on Mental Health
Mal O'Brien on Mental Health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we sat down with Ice Barrel Ambassador Mal O'Brien to dive into how she takes care of her mental well-being, her latest life...

Man smiling after an ice bath
7 Ice Bath Benefits That Make the Cold Worth It

When it comes to feeling better, people are willing to try just about anything. The simple act of getting in cold water provides a range of physical and mental benefits....

Woman preparing for an ice bath in an Ice Barrel 300
Ice Bath Terms Every Cold Plunge Enthusiast Sho...

Getting into cold plunging can feel a bit like joining a club (of the coolest kind). And just like many hobbies, the deeper you go, the more you’ll learn about...

Man standing on a dock on a cold, rainy day
Does the Cold Make You Sick? Answers to Your Ic...

You’ve probably heard that going outside with wet hair is how you catch a cold. Or you've heard one of the plenty of other old wives' tales and misconceptions about...

Man warming up with a towel, woman sipping coffee after an ice bath in an Ice Barrel
The Best Ways to Warm Up After Your Ice Bath

Exposing yourself to cold can open you up to numerous benefits, but what happens after we end a cold therapy session? It’s time to warm up. Warming up after a...

Woman relaxing before bed
How Ice Baths Affect Your Sleep

Few things affect our health and well-being as much as sleep. So it’s no surprise that many of us are looking for ways to get better sleep. Can cold plunges...

Woman relaxing while taking an ice bath in an ice barrel
Making Your Ice Bath Easier

There are plenty of reasons to regularly take ice baths. Cold water immersion can ease aches and pains, boost your mood and energy levels, and reduce depression, anxiety and stress....

Woman relaxing while taking an ice bath in an Ice Barrel
Avoid These Common Cold Therapy Mistakes

Practicing cold therapy has many benefits for your mental and physical health. From boosting circulation to reducing inflammation, there are plenty of reasons to be excited about getting in cold...

Deep breathing during an ice bath can make it more relaxing and enjoyable.
5 Breathing Techniques to Practice Before an Ic...

Controlling your breathing during an ice bath can be a challenging thing to do. Exposing yourself to cold water can be shocking (in the best kind of way), but controlling...

Epsom salts in an ice bath
The Benefits of Epsom Salts in Ice Baths

Epsom salt is a type of magnesium sulfate. This compound is made from a mixture of magnesium, sulfur, and oxygen. It’s often sought after by those who have aching joints...

Women feeling joyful and pain free during her ice bath
Cold Therapy for Natural Migraine Relief 

Dealing with migraines can be a difficult process. They can come on without warning, last for short or long amounts of time and cause debilitating pain. Many people who suffer...

Cold water for a natural ice bath
Getting Your Ice Bath Cold

There isn’t one and only one way to experience the benefits of cold therapy. We all have our own preferences, live in different climates and have personal reasons that we...

Hand in cold water
How Cold Water Immersion May Help With Psoriasi...

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that creates inflammation in the skin. This inflammation causes new skin cells to develop much more quickly than normal. These new cells build up and...

Optimal Temperature for Ice Baths
Ideal Temperature for Ice Baths

How to achieve and maintain the optimal temperature for your ice baths are important things to know to make sure you're getting the maximum benefit. What is the ideal ice...

Man smiling during an ice bath in an Ice Barrel
7 Ice Bath Hacks to Enhance Your Experience

Taking an ice bath can be an exhilarating experience in its own right. The rush of the cold, the gentle pressure of the water, the clinking of ice cubes —...

Feeroozeh Saghafi prepares for a home ice bath in an Ice Barrel
Your Complete Guide to In-Home Cold Therapy

Do you want to get started with cold therapy but you’re stressing over which in-home therapy tool to choose? We tried out the top-selling cold water immersion therapy solutions, and...

CrossFit athlete Brittany Weiss dips into an Ice Barrel to boost her recovery after a CrossFit workout
Make It to More CrossFit Classes With the Help ...

CrossFit is an incredible way to build strength, but to get the best results you must properly recover between workouts. Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) — also known as the...