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Ice Versus Steam? Finding Your Ideal Recovery Method

  • November 27, 2024

Athletes often use hot or cold soaks to recover after intense physical activity, but it’s important to know when to use each. Research from Ritsumeikan University found that hot water soaks are excellent for boosting performance and muscle recovery, especially when athletes have to perform multiple times in a day. Soaking in water at 104°F helps increase blood flow to muscles, speeding up repair and restoring power. In contrast, cold soaks at 59°F are effective at reducing...