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hey guys so today we're going to be hey guys so today we're going to be taking a look at the seven benefits of taking a look at the seven benefits of taking a look at the seven benefits of having cold showers so let's jump in the having cold showers so let's jump in the having cold showers so let's jump in the dreaded cold shower dreaded cold shower dreaded cold shower although we had to enjoy us at some although we had to enjoy us at some although we had to enjoy us at some point in our life point in our life point in our life maybe you're the last one in the shower maybe you're the last one in the shower maybe you're the last one in the shower and all the hot water was gone or maybe and all the hot water was gone or maybe and all the hot water was gone or maybe you were even enjoying a nice hot shower you were even enjoying a nice hot shower you were even enjoying a nice hot shower but then someone run the hot tap in the but then someone run the hot tap in the but then someone run the hot tap in the kitchen and he got a chilly surprise kitchen and he got a chilly surprise kitchen and he got a chilly surprise either way although I'm sure that these either way although I'm sure that these either way although I'm sure that these experience sucked at the time they're experience sucked at the time they're experience sucked at the time they're actually doing you a favor because cold actually doing you a favor because cold actually doing you a favor because cold showers have numerous great benefits for showers have numerous great benefits for showers have numerous great benefits for the body and the mind so let's take a the body and the mind so let's take a the body and the mind so let's take a look at what they are number one look at what they are number one look at what they are number one increases alertness hot showers are nice increases alertness hot showers are nice increases alertness hot showers are nice but the drop in body temperature when but the drop in body temperature when but the drop in body temperature when you finish your shower you finish your shower you finish your shower puts you in a sleepy mood cold showers puts you in a sleepy mood cold showers puts you in a sleepy mood cold showers on the other hand increase your on the other hand increase your on the other hand increase your alertness try standing under an ice cold alertness try standing under an ice cold alertness try standing under an ice cold shower and feeling sleepy as soon as shower and feeling sleepy as soon as shower and feeling sleepy as soon as that cold water hits you you'll probably that cold water hits you you'll probably that cold water hits you you'll probably take a huge deep breath and continue take a huge deep breath and continue take a huge deep breath and continue with this deep breathing as your body's with this deep breathing as your body's with this deep breathing as your body's in shock so why does your body force you
in shock so why does your body force you in shock so why does your body force you to breathe like this your body is to breathe like this your body is to breathe like this your body is increasing its oxygen intake to help increasing its oxygen intake to help increasing its oxygen intake to help keep warm our heart rates will also keep warm our heart rates will also keep warm our heart rates will also shoot up which perks us up and gives us shoot up which perks us up and gives us shoot up which perks us up and gives us an energy boost not a bad way to start an energy boost not a bad way to start an energy boost not a bad way to start the day right number two healthy hair the day right number two healthy hair the day right number two healthy hair and skin hot shower strip your hair and and skin hot shower strip your hair and and skin hot shower strip your hair and your skin of there healthy natural oils your skin of there healthy natural oils your skin of there healthy natural oils which can leave us feeling dry and itchy which can leave us feeling dry and itchy which can leave us feeling dry and itchy cold showers make your skin look cold showers make your skin look cold showers make your skin look healthier because they tighten your healthier because they tighten your healthier because they tighten your pores which prevents them from getting pores which prevents them from getting pores which prevents them from getting clocked cold showers are also great for clocked cold showers are also great for clocked cold showers are also great for your hair they make your hair shinier your hair they make your hair shinier your hair they make your hair shinier stronger and healthier because the stronger and healthier because the stronger and healthier because the coldness flattens your hair follicles coldness flattens your hair follicles coldness flattens your hair follicles and improves their hairs ability to grip and improves their hairs ability to grip and improves their hairs ability to grip to the scalp so if you're on great skin to the scalp so if you're on great skin to the scalp so if you're on great skin and healthy hair which doesn't fall out and healthy hair which doesn't fall out and healthy hair which doesn't fall out turn your shower from hot to cold number turn your shower from hot to cold number turn your shower from hot to cold number three increases testosterone in men three increases testosterone in men three increases testosterone in men studies have shown that cold showers studies have shown that cold showers studies have shown that cold showers increased testosterone in men boost increased testosterone in men boost increased testosterone in men boost their sperm count increase fertility their sperm count increase fertility their sperm count increase fertility think about it for a second why do men think about it for a second why do men think about it for a second why do men have their testicles dangling down it have their testicles dangling down it have their testicles dangling down it outside of their body is to keep them outside of their body is to keep them outside of their body is to keep them cool because I need to have an average cool because I need to have an average cool because I need to have an average temperature which is lower than that of
temperature which is lower than that of temperature which is lower than that of your body this is also why your nuts your body this is also why your nuts your body this is also why your nuts tighten up when they're too cold they're tighten up when they're too cold they're tighten up when they're too cold they're trying to get closer to the warmth of trying to get closer to the warmth of trying to get closer to the warmth of your body so having hot showers heats up your body so having hot showers heats up your body so having hot showers heats up the old testes which reduces the old testes which reduces the old testes which reduces testosterone but cold showers call them testosterone but cold showers call them testosterone but cold showers call them off off off and boost your testosterone so be brave and boost your testosterone so be brave and boost your testosterone so be brave for your balls and take the plunge for your balls and take the plunge for your balls and take the plunge number four stimulates weight loss okay number four stimulates weight loss okay number four stimulates weight loss okay are you ready for some oversimplified are you ready for some oversimplified are you ready for some oversimplified science great we have two types of fat science great we have two types of fat science great we have two types of fat in our body brown fats and white fat in our body brown fats and white fat in our body brown fats and white fat white fat is bad we gain white fats when white fat is bad we gain white fats when white fat is bad we gain white fats when we eat more calories that our body needs we eat more calories that our body needs we eat more calories that our body needs to get by so we don't end up burning to get by so we don't end up burning to get by so we don't end up burning this fat for energy this type of fat this fat for energy this type of fat this fat for energy this type of fat usually piles up in certain areas of our usually piles up in certain areas of our usually piles up in certain areas of our body for guys it usually results in a body for guys it usually results in a body for guys it usually results in a pot-bellied brown fat on the other hand pot-bellied brown fat on the other hand pot-bellied brown fat on the other hand is good fat it generates heat to keep is good fat it generates heat to keep is good fat it generates heat to keep our bodies warm the cold temperature of our bodies warm the cold temperature of our bodies warm the cold temperature of a cold shower activates brown fat to a cold shower activates brown fat to a cold shower activates brown fat to keep your body warm which uses energy keep your body warm which uses energy keep your body warm which uses energy and stimulates weight loss not too badly and stimulates weight loss not too badly and stimulates weight loss not too badly number-5 speeds up muscle recovery we
number-5 speeds up muscle recovery we number-5 speeds up muscle recovery we hear about professional athletes taking hear about professional athletes taking hear about professional athletes taking ice baths to speed up recovery but cold ice baths to speed up recovery but cold ice baths to speed up recovery but cold showers can have a similar benefit to showers can have a similar benefit to showers can have a similar benefit to ever had a killer workout and he go to ever had a killer workout and he go to ever had a killer workout and he go to bed feeling like a champion because you bed feeling like a champion because you bed feeling like a champion because you don't ache one bit but in the next don't ache one bit but in the next don't ache one bit but in the next morning you're a broken man this is morning you're a broken man this is morning you're a broken man this is called delayed onset muscle soreness do called delayed onset muscle soreness do called delayed onset muscle soreness do EMS it is the pain and stiffness that EMS it is the pain and stiffness that EMS it is the pain and stiffness that you feel in your muscles 24 to 48 hours you feel in your muscles 24 to 48 hours you feel in your muscles 24 to 48 hours after workout having a cold shower after workout having a cold shower after workout having a cold shower relieves delayed onset muscle soreness relieves delayed onset muscle soreness relieves delayed onset muscle soreness so you back up and running in no time so you back up and running in no time so you back up and running in no time number 6 reduces stress and relieves number 6 reduces stress and relieves number 6 reduces stress and relieves depression jumping into a cold shower depression jumping into a cold shower depression jumping into a cold shower isn't easy it's stressful but if you isn't easy it's stressful but if you isn't easy it's stressful but if you consistently have culture' hours you consistently have culture' hours you consistently have culture' hours you build up a tolerance to the stress the build up a tolerance to the stress the build up a tolerance to the stress the tolerance distress will overflow into tolerance distress will overflow into tolerance distress will overflow into other areas of your life as your body other areas of your life as your body other areas of your life as your body becomes accustomed to dealing with becomes accustomed to dealing with becomes accustomed to dealing with stressful stimuli cold showers have also stressful stimuli cold showers have also stressful stimuli cold showers have also shown to increase your levels of shown to increase your levels of shown to increase your levels of glutathione which is an important glutathione which is an important glutathione which is an important antioxidant this antioxidant reduces antioxidant this antioxidant reduces antioxidant this antioxidant reduces oxidative stress an oxidative stress is
oxidative stress an oxidative stress is oxidative stress an oxidative stress is a known precursor to diseases such as a known precursor to diseases such as a known precursor to diseases such as diabetes and cancer cold showers also diabetes and cancer cold showers also diabetes and cancer cold showers also relieve depression if you've taken a relieve depression if you've taken a relieve depression if you've taken a cold shower you'll know that your body cold shower you'll know that your body cold shower you'll know that your body has this huge rush this is because your has this huge rush this is because your has this huge rush this is because your skin has receptors and when the cold skin has receptors and when the cold skin has receptors and when the cold water touches your skin these receptors water touches your skin these receptors water touches your skin these receptors go ballistic and your brain is flooded go ballistic and your brain is flooded go ballistic and your brain is flooded with an overwhelming amount of with an overwhelming amount of with an overwhelming amount of electrical impulses and this has an electrical impulses and this has an electrical impulses and this has an anti-depressive effect if you hadn't anti-depressive effect if you hadn't anti-depressive effect if you hadn't heard of dr. Rhonda Patrick then heard of dr. Rhonda Patrick then heard of dr. Rhonda Patrick then advisory check her out advisory check her out advisory check her out she's brilliant and she wrote a report she's brilliant and she wrote a report she's brilliant and she wrote a report called cold shock in the body in this called cold shock in the body in this called cold shock in the body in this report dr. Patrick starts by talking report dr. Patrick starts by talking report dr. Patrick starts by talking about stress most of us think that about stress most of us think that about stress most of us think that stress can only be bad like when you are stress can only be bad like when you are stress can only be bad like when you are in distress but stress can also be good in distress but stress can also be good in distress but stress can also be good the term for this is U stress this the term for this is U stress this the term for this is U stress this beneficial stress is usually a short beneficial stress is usually a short beneficial stress is usually a short term stress which in the right dose can term stress which in the right dose can term stress which in the right dose can trigger a response in your body which trigger a response in your body which trigger a response in your body which results in a net gain a good stress in results in a net gain a good stress in results in a net gain a good stress in your body is cold shock therapy it your body is cold shock therapy it your body is cold shock therapy it increases the release of the hormone increases the release of the hormone increases the release of the hormone norepinephrine also known as norepinephrine also known as norepinephrine also known as noradrenaline the release of this noradrenaline the release of this noradrenaline the release of this hormone has a positive influence on your
hormone has a positive influence on your hormone has a positive influence on your focus and your mood and lastly number 7 focus and your mood and lastly number 7 focus and your mood and lastly number 7 build strong willpower taking the plunge build strong willpower taking the plunge build strong willpower taking the plunge into a cold shower is no walk in the into a cold shower is no walk in the into a cold shower is no walk in the park park park it takes willpower but you'll find in it takes willpower but you'll find in it takes willpower but you'll find in life there is often a benefit and doing life there is often a benefit and doing life there is often a benefit and doing the things that we least want to do I the things that we least want to do I the things that we least want to do I recently listened to a Tony Robbins talk recently listened to a Tony Robbins talk recently listened to a Tony Robbins talk about this he uses a Coldwater immersion about this he uses a Coldwater immersion about this he uses a Coldwater immersion pool every morning and does he wake up pool every morning and does he wake up pool every morning and does he wake up every morning and want to jump into that every morning and want to jump into that every morning and want to jump into that pool no human Tony Robbins is still pool no human Tony Robbins is still pool no human Tony Robbins is still human but he has trained himself not to human but he has trained himself not to human but he has trained himself not to negotiate with his mind your mind will negotiate with his mind your mind will negotiate with his mind your mind will always have an excuse but you have the always have an excuse but you have the always have an excuse but you have the choice whether to listen to it or not so choice whether to listen to it or not so choice whether to listen to it or not so don't think about it don't even make it don't think about it don't even make it don't think about it don't even make it a choice just get up and do it and a choice just get up and do it and a choice just get up and do it and you'll start enjoying the benefits of you'll start enjoying the benefits of you'll start enjoying the benefits of this practice and that's all for me guys this practice and that's all for me guys this practice and that's all for me guys I hope you found this interesting I'll I hope you found this interesting I'll I hope you found this interesting I'll put a link below to dr. Rhonda Patrick's put a link below to dr. Rhonda Patrick's put a link below to dr. Rhonda Patrick's website and to the youtube videos of her website and to the youtube videos of her website and to the youtube videos of her appearances on the Joe Rogan experience appearances on the Joe Rogan experience appearances on the Joe Rogan experience which are thoroughly enjoyed I'll also which are thoroughly enjoyed I'll also which are thoroughly enjoyed I'll also put a link to the page on tony robbins put a link to the page on tony robbins put a link to the page on tony robbins website which talks about the power of website which talks about the power of website which talks about the power of cold water thanks for watching I'll see
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Cold showers may seem daunting, but they offer a wealth of benefits that can enhance both your physical and mental well-being. While the initial shock of cold water can be uncomfortable, embracing this experience can lead to profound changes in your body and mind.
In our fast-paced world, where comfort often reigns supreme, the practice of taking cold showers serves as a powerful ritual for cultivating resilience and clarity. This article explores the science behind cold showers and how they can transform your daily routine into a sanctuary of wellness.
24 hours after workout when muscle soreness typically occurs
Introduction to Cold Showers
The experience of stepping into a cold shower is often met with hesitation. However, this initial discomfort is where the magic begins. Cold showers stimulate various physiological responses that can enhance alertness and energy levels. When the cold water hits your skin, your body reacts by increasing its oxygen intake, which helps to warm you up. This response not only awakens your senses but also elevates your heart rate, providing an invigorating start to your day.
Furthermore, the practice of taking cold showers can be seen as a form of intentional exposure to stress. By voluntarily subjecting yourself to a cold environment, you begin to build mental resilience. This practice can translate into greater emotional strength in other areas of your life, fostering a sense of equilibrium amidst daily challenges.
"Taking the plunge into a cold shower is no walk in the park; it takes willpower." — Speaker
Benefits of Cold Showers
Cold showers offer a multitude of benefits that extend beyond mere discomfort. Here are some key advantages:
if you've taken a cold shower you'll know that your body has this huge rush
1. Increased Alertness Cold showers have been shown to significantly increase alertness. The shock of cold water prompts a deep inhalation, which increases oxygen levels in the body. This physiological response not only wakes you up but also sharpens your focus for the day ahead.
2. Healthier Skin and Hair Hot showers can strip your skin and hair of their natural oils, leading to dryness. In contrast, cold showers help to tighten pores and preserve these essential oils, resulting in healthier skin and shinier hair. The cold water flattens hair follicles, improving their grip on the scalp and promoting overall hair health.
3. Boosted Testosterone Levels Research indicates that cold exposure can increase testosterone levels in men. This is particularly significant for fertility and overall hormonal health. The testicles are designed to remain cooler than the body to optimize testosterone production, making cold showers a beneficial practice for men.
4. Weight Loss Stimulation Cold showers activate brown fat, a type of fat that generates heat and burns calories. This activation can stimulate weight loss by encouraging your body to use energy more efficiently. The cold exposure (as explored in this deep dive) prompts your body to work harder to maintain its core temperature, leading to increased calorie expenditure.
5. Enhanced Muscle Recovery Athletes often utilize cold exposure for recovery, as it can alleviate delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). This soreness typically occurs 24 to 48 hours after intense exercise. Cold showers can help reduce inflammation and speed up recovery, allowing you to return to your routine more quickly.
6. Stress Reduction and Mood Enhancement Cold showers can also play a role in mental health. The exposure to cold water has been shown to increase levels of norepinephrine, a hormone that can improve mood and focus. Additionally, the rush of cold water stimulates receptors in the skin that send electrical impulses to the brain, resulting in an anti-depressive effect.
7. Building Willpower Taking a cold shower requires mental fortitude. As the speaker noted, "Taking the plunge into a cold shower is no walk in the park; it takes willpower." This practice can help you cultivate resilience, teaching you to push through discomfort and build a stronger mindset.
your mind will always have an excuse but you have the choice whether to listen to it or not
Practical Takeaways
Incorporate cold showers into your daily routine to boost energy and mental resilience.
Use cold exposure as a tool for muscle recovery and to promote healthier skin and hair.
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