Cold or warm showers? You'd be surprised what health experts say.
There are hundreds of resources out there recommending cold showers over warm ones. Believe me, I was surprised to hear this, too. Maybe surprised isn't the right word, more shocked! Who the heck in their right mind wants to take a cold shower? I sure don't!
I started researching and looking into the reasons as to why and much to my surprise, I'm actually excited to see how it can benefit me! I encourage your to make an #IOMEPromise this week and take a cold shower. Just start with one, then maybe make your way up to a couple times per week, then every shower.
Health experts say it helps:
- increase altertness
- improves immunity
- promotes better circulation
- promotes fast muscle recovery
- promotes emotional resilience
And this is just the tip of the iceberg (pun very much intended). If you're not convinced yet, do some research of your own. I bet you'll be quick to find countless other health benefits from the cold water.
Ready to give it a try?! I am with you! I heard about the benefits of cold showers a long time ago and just never took the plunge. Now is the time! I promise myself I will take cold showers this week. Let's do this!
Follow along on IOME's Facebook group and see who else is making a promise, too!