Chilly But True -- The Benefits of a Cold Shower

Experts believe a cold shower could help our bodies become more resistant to stress. A cold shower might actually offset depression, improve metabolism and circulation. Dr. Ian Smith shares some tips for taking the plunge into showering in the cold.

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[gerRule]

My heating is broke so I’m here to convince myself to wash lol

[Rose-brrk]

I used to love very hot showers because it felt so nice to be warm, but my anxiety got worst as I got older. My first cold shower made me feel like I was actually alive ! It was so good that I couldn’t believe I’d never done it before. When I have really bad anxiety I do a straight up freezing shower and tell myself everything that im doing to center myself from spiraling thoughts. I wish I would’ve know about these when I was a kid could’ve stopped a lot of panic attacks lol

[mommykids]

I have been doing this for a long time, after a hot shower I always have to finish with cold shower for atleast 3-5 minutes but for my own reason is that it closes my pores... and also it makes me feel more alive and happy throughout the day.

[terrellwills]

MY wife thinks im crazy I do this every single morning its my new norm and I enjoy it now I can't wait to take cold showers especially after a run

[thomaswilbornjr]

I love cold showers especially in the morning, they wake me up, give me a ton of energy and I've noticed that I'm a lot more productive throughout the day!

[Epicmoments]

I haven’t taken a hot shower in months. It helps me a lot with depression and kind of calm down my panic attacks. My skin glows. I have less allergies These are my personal experiences with cold shower.

[brentstafford]

I’ve been doing the cold showers all summer and I absolutely love it, tried a warm/hot shower a week ago and hated it seriously I’m staying with the cold

[ai]

I thought he said to just go straight to cold water and i did that but ended up with my whole skin cold for an hour or so,
But it do be refreshing and mind clearing so i got nothing to complain.

[lloydstanleyhuddy]

I TAKE AN ICE COLD SHOWER EVERY MORNING, WITHOUT FAIL. IT'S AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE. I FEEL SO AWESOME AFTERWARDS. JUST YOU AND THE ICE COLD WATER. REALLY GOOD STUFF.

[FranciscoJavierOutdoors]

Just over the initial heavy breathing and by 2 minutes in you'll notice how amazing it feels.

[NWforager]

End the shower COLD : Wakes you UP . Wipes out negativity . Great for skin, hair . You and towels Smell better . Helps muscle soreness ....etc.

[jh]

I found out the benefits AFTER my hot water tank went out!🤣 had no choice!

But it does feel good and my skin does seem less dry after I dry off compared to when I normally take hot showers. After my water tank is fixed/replaced, think I'll do it a few times a week on purpose!

[ctom]

I never knew the cold showers I was taking were actually so beneficial

[yamabushi]

Cold showers twice a day, leaves me feeling great

[MariofromQueens]

Tried my first cold shower this morning. It was great.
Here is an idea. You actually don’t need to take a cold shower with soap and shampoo because that is really uncomfortable. 😂

Take a regular shower and than when finished turn the water to cold for 3 to 4 minutes. 🥶
Worked perfect this morning!!

[MichaelDoan]

Forgot to pay the gas bill so this is a great time to start. Thank you for the motivation!!!

[ud]

My body changed....it healed me ....
No depression...
Taking cold showers 3 years now even in very cold times....
Soon will join titans hahaha

[ajmalagha]

The benefits here are real, however one must execute this practice in a controlled environment. Also be sure to start off with a warmer temperature then move on gradually to a colder one. I would not suggest going out until at least an hour post-shower. It also helps to mentally prepare yourself or to psychologically manifest/adopt a power-persona.

[michaelmack]

I started doing this. It's a shock to the system at first. I do feel better

[gard]

Nice video, but I really wish you guys would link to the studies you mention!