Ice Bath Science

The Science & Experience of Cold Plunge Therapy

Research & Clinical Partners

Marco Santello, PhD

Arizona State University PERFORM Institute

Dr. Jacob Perkins

Summit Sports & Spine

David Tate, PhD

University of Utah
& Valhalla Plus

Stefan Hartman, PA

Iron Direct Primary Care

Joe Dituri, PhD

University of South Florida

Ice Bath Benefits at Colder Temperatures

Thomas P Seager, PhD

May 26
5 min

Ice Bath Benefits at Colder Temperatures

There is no optimal ice bath temperature. Metabolic benefits are found in a cold plunge, but for heart rate variability, go colder.

Thomas P Seager, PhD

Feb 15
8 min

Uncommon Cold Book

Uncommon Cold is the most comprehensive book on the science of ice baths ever published. It is an essential companion to the cold plunge.

Thomas P Seager, PhD

Oct 2, 2023
8 min

What to Look For in an Ice Bath

A myriad of ice baths & cold plunge equipment choices makes choosing one confusing. Look for temperature, water quality, & grounding.

Thomas P Seager, PhD

Nov 25, 2022
13 min

Q: "Should I Shiver in the Ice Bath?"

Cold thermogenesis can be shivering muscles or non-shivering brown fat. Which is better? Follow this guide to get more from your ice bath.

Thomas P Seager, PhD

Nov 22, 2022
16 min

How to Increase Brown Fat? Ice Bath

Ice bath increases brown fat, boosts metabolism, slows aging, & improves brain health. Go cold enough to gasp, long enough to shiver.

Are You Getting Enough Vasoconstriction?

Thomas P Seager, PhD

Feb 20, 2022
3 min

Are You Getting Enough Vasoconstriction?

Ice bath vasoconstriction may improve digestion, circulation, & sexual function. For vasodilation, dry sauna, not hot tub.

Thomas P Seager, PhD

Mar 28, 2021
5 min

Getting Started in Cold Plunge Therapy

Cold therapy provides a myriad of metabolic and psychological benefits. This post tells you how to get started and avoid some of the risks.

Ice Bath Science

The Science & Experience of Cold Plunge Therapy

Research & Clinical Partners

Marco Santello, PhD

Dr. Jacob Perkins

David Tate, PhD

Stefan Hartman, PA

Joe Dituri, PhD

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