WHERE DID ICE BATHS ORIGINATE?

Egyptian Cold Therapy:

The origins of using cold water therapy for health and muscle recovery may date back to ancient Egypt beginning around 3,500 BCE. This not only signifies an initial comprehension of the therapeutic potential of cold but also marks an early departure from reliance on "magic and prayer" as exclusive healing methods.

ANCIENT GREECE:

Moving forward in the historical timeline of cold plunge practices and transitioning to a different geographical region, we encounter a significant contribution from Hippocrates during Ancient Greece. Hippocrates developed a theory revolving around the concept of "humors," specific bodily fluids believed to govern an individual's health. According to his theory, disease manifested when these fluids were imbalanced, and among his various proposed treatments, cold therapy played a prominent role.

Hippocrates advocated for the use of cold water to treat high fevers, and snow was applied to open wounds to staunch bleeding. Although his theories differ significantly from our contemporary understanding of health, his emphasis on the medicinal properties of cold helped cultivate a greater interest in its therapeutic potential.

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KEY BENEFITS:

GENERAL HEALTH:

Pain relief
Increased blood flow
Enhanced immunity
Improved metabolism
Deeper sleep
MENTAL WELL-BEING:

Elevated energy
Reduced stress & anxiety
Mental strength
Improved mood
PHYSICAL RECOVERY:

Accelerated recovery
Reduced inflammation
Alleviated muscle soreness