As the temperature drops in Colorado, the thought of willingly submerging yourself in cold water might seem off-putting. However, there are real benefits to cold water immersion–even when it’s freezing outside! Curious how cold plunges can improve your physical and mental health? Here, we share some of the most compelling reasons to consider this type of recovery: 

Menopause and perimenopause are infamous for causing a plethora of unwanted symptoms, such as night sweats, hot flashes, irregular or heavy periods, and mood changes. Approximately 85% of women experience symptoms of menopause, but cold water immersion can play an essential role in minimizing the side effects of this hormonal transition. Interested in learning more about how cold water therapy can ease the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause?

For generations, people worldwide have found comfort in the soothing embrace of the sauna, with evidence of earthen sauna pits dating back to 2000 BC that used fire-heated stones to create a warm place to sustain the harsh climate of Northern Europe. Thought to primarily originate in Finland, the practice of hyperthermia or intentional heat exposure is seen around the globe with Indigenous North American sweat lodge, Japanese onsen, Roman thermae, Russian Banya, Swedish Bastu, and Turkish Hammam.  More than just a warm refuge, these spaces are havens for relaxation, cleansing, and community connection.