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Are Ice Baths Worth the Hype? With Dr Hunter Bennett (429)

Are Ice Baths Worth the Hype? With Dr Hunter Bennett (429)

Shirtloads of Science · Dr Karl

May 24, 202531m 56s

Show Notes

Are ice baths really the recovery miracle they're made out to be? We plunge into the science with Dr. Hunter Bennett, lecturer at the University of South Australia, exploring the pros and cons of ice baths, when they're helpful, and when they might actually hinder your gains. We also unpack health misinformation online and Dr Hunter shares five evidence-based tips for anyone curious about cold plunges.

Connect with Dr Hunter Bennett on Linkedin Dr Bennett's article on Ice Baths in The Conversation https://theconversation.com/ice-baths-are-popular-for-exercise-recovery-and-general-wellness-but-what-does-the-science-say-250649