View Full Version : Hot water bath OR Cold water bath ??
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which is better after training ??
BigChrisF
11-07-12, 1:58 am
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which is better after training ??
Alternating both is best. Google contrast bathing for more information on the theory.
mritter3
11-07-12, 7:59 am
I'm sure alternating may be best but cold bath sounds horrific, warm/hot all the way for me
rev8ball
11-07-12, 10:51 am
Ice baths are the best way to go after really intense training. My athletes hate it at the time they're doing it, but end up feeling so much better in the long run.
brentwillisbgw
11-08-12, 12:30 am
Ice baths are the best way to go after really intense training. My athletes hate it at the time they're doing it, but end up feeling so much better in the long run.
Agreed. They really are miserable when you first get in but you'll go numb pretty quickly. And you'll definitely be glad you did it afterwards because of how much they decrease recovery time.
Contrast showers are also really beneficial, but not quite as good as ice baths IMO.
The Einstein
11-12-12, 8:18 am
Umm.. I go with warm water, it keeps my nerves and muscles warm. Last time i took a bath with cold water i got sick. -_-