Last week, I had a conversation with somebody regarding cold water swimming and cold exposure in general.
They had read something about it not being all it’s cracked up to be and certain people shouldn’t do it because of random reasons the memes and reels they watched had stated.
The same as with everything, not just health and fitness, the internet will confirm what you want it to say.
The person was looking for reasons why they shouldn’t use cold exposure, a friend had asked them to join them, and found it.
I use a cold bath in the garden for a few different reasons.
- I buy less stuff of the internet when I get in it at least 3 times per week, probably something to do with dopamine.
- My joints hurt less, particularly my hands.
- It makes me feel good.
Fran goes in because she feels like it helps with her peri-menopause symptoms and mental health.
Everyone I speak to about it has their own reasons.
Everyone who doesn’t want to do it has their own reasons.
Everyone is correct.
Don’t do things simply because somebody on the internet has said it is good for you.
Try it out for yourself or if you really don’t want to, don’t. Be an adult and make informed decisions for yourself.
If you want a non-biased opinion, we’re here for you.
Darren “just do it, if you want to” Checkley
