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Posted 4/17/2017 4:25 AM (GMT 0)
Need some opinions here. I am thinking of trying this cold shower thing that has been talked about a lot lately. So here it is,

Does anyone here take cold shower year round? How do you feel?


Do you only take warm/hot showers?

I have googled and looked for science behind this "trend" but I have not found anything that proves what I have heard.

What does everyone think?

Post Edited By Moderator (Scaredy Cat) : 4/16/2017 11:16:34 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 4/17/2017 4:32 AM (GMT 0)
Hey Dawn!

I take cold showers occasionally. There are various occasions where I like them, and other occasions where as soon as I get in I crank up the heat. I know this probably isn't too helpful for you, but I'm guessing preference is based on the person.

Give it a try. If it helps, awesome! If it doesn't, well then you know.

-Zax
Posted 4/17/2017 5:21 AM (GMT 0)
D.,

I don't like extreme temperatures either way... being too hot or cold can make me uncomfortable...so this is not a technique for me, but may be helpful for you?

S.C.
Posted 4/17/2017 5:27 AM (GMT 0)
it does help as it shocks the body and after your get that elation type response. but the shock is a kicker, but really does help. at first, just ya head under the shower is what i recommend.
Posted 4/17/2017 3:36 PM (GMT 0)
Lately after my morning run I start up and lather with a hot shower and rinse with cold. It definitely wakes me up and not sure about a mood booster yet. The good thing is I have yet to suffer a panic attack from it.
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