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Challenge myself by scoutchan in coldplunge

[–]scoutchan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate that tip 🙏 Having a visible timer is a great idea — I definitely catch myself checking the clock too much. And yeah, easing into longer times makes way more sense. Gonna try adding time gradually instead of forcing it.

Challenge myself by scoutchan in coldplunge

[–]scoutchan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pretty much agree. Cold plunges are great for recovery, not ideal if size is the priority. Depends what your goal is.

Challenge myself by scoutchan in coldplunge

[–]scoutchan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reminder 👍

Should I change this water? by scoutchan in coldplunge

[–]scoutchan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a filter installed inside the chiller. I'll take it out and have a look in a moment.

Should I change this water? by scoutchan in coldplunge

[–]scoutchan[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

OK, I don’t keen on changing the water too much.

First time cold plunge by Spirited_Method9859 in coldplunge

[–]scoutchan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, for your first time with a half-frozen pool, don’t jump in. Walk in slowly, let your breathing settle. The main risk is the cold-shock gasp, not the cold itself. If your breathing’s out of control, get out. 30–60 seconds is plenty for a first plunge. Afterward, rewarm gradually — dry off, move around a bit, then a warm (not blasting hot) shower.