Reduce muscle inflammation
Dr Aijaz Ashai, physiotherapist and exercise physiotherapist, and Chair of the IAP West Zone Innovation Committee, said that cold showers help reduce muscle inflammation by constricting blood vessels. This reduces blood flow to muscles and tissues, and helps reduce swelling and soreness that can occur from intense exercise.
Relieve muscle pain
Cold water can numb pain, helping to reduce muscle soreness, especially after intense exercise. A study published in the journal Frontiers found that athletes who immersed themselves in cold water immediately after exercise reduced muscle soreness and significantly accelerated recovery.
Improve mental strength
Taking a cold shower after a workout can help improve your body's endurance and give you the mental strength to face both physical and mental challenges.
Increase endorphins Taking a cold shower immediately after a workout and sweating can help release endorphins - hormones that make the body feel good.
Therefore, taking a cold shower after a workout can help you get in a good mood and reduce mental fatigue or stress.
Losing weight
Regular exposure to cold water can help you lose weight because when you suddenly get cold, your body will have to adjust its temperature accordingly, which consumes a lot of energy and helps you burn calories.
