It’s the thrill of the chill.
Are you ready to take the plunge?
Immerse yourself in the chilly waters of our Cold Plunge and feel the immediate rush of endorphins, boosting your mood and energy levels. Whether you’re a biohacking pro or just want to feel your best, Cold Plunge is for you. Get the benefits of reduced inflammation and better circulation for a faster recovery. Say bye-bye to pain and aches as the icy water provides all-natural relief and healing. Whether you’re an elite athlete looking to enhance your game or somebody who just wants to feel your best, a few minutes in the Cold Plunge suite at Degree Wellness will give you what you need.
What is Cold Plunge?
Cold Plunge is a form of cold therapy – like our Full Body Cryotherapy – and is a science-backed practice to improve overall wellness and vitality. It involves immersing your body into icy cold water for a short period of time. For many people, 3 minutes is best for beginners and up to 5 minutes for experts. The exposure to super cold water triggers a cascade of beneficial physiological responses in your brain and body (more below for you nerds!). Be prepared: the first 60 seconds are breathtakingly intense (literally), which some even describe as slightly painful. But eventually you start to acclimate to the cold and by the end you will feeling ahhhmazing!
Cold Plunge by Degree®
At Degree Wellness, you have access to our state-of-the-art Cold Plunge suite for 15 minutes. Use the private suite to put on your plunge gear and psyche yourself up for the best 3 minutes of your day. After your plunge, you’ll receive towel service to dry off and go conquer the rest of your day. Or slip into our robe and sandals and treat yourself to more self-care at Degree!
And best of all, the only thing you need to bring is yourself. We’ll provide you with gear to wear during your plunge. But if you want to rock your own bathing suit (we won’t judge if you want to show off on Insta!) we’ll provide you a bag to take your wet clothes with you.
Health Benefits of Cold Plunge
Cold water exposure has been shown to provide multiple health benefits, including:
- Pain & Inflammation: Cold plunging helps reduce pain and inflammation through a series of processes known as vasoconstriction and vasodilation. When you immerse your body in cold water during a plunge, your blood vessels constrict, reducing blood flow to the area. The constriction limits the release of inflammatory substances and reduces swelling. This in turn contributes to pain relief. As you exit the cold water, your blood vessels dilate, allowing increased blood flow to the area. This rush of fresh blood brings oxygen and nutrients, promoting healing and further reducing inflammation. Additionally, the cold exposure triggers the release of endorphins, which act as natural painkillers.
- Immunity: The temporary cold shock experienced during a cold plunge activates the body’s immune response, increasing the production of white blood cells and enhancing the immune system’s overall efficiency. Today’s cold water is fighting tomorrow’s colds and flus!
- Brain Health: Taking a cold plunge can be a powerful stress-reliever. The sudden exposure to cold water activates the sympathetic nervous system, triggering the release of adrenaline and endorphins. These neurotransmitters create an uplifting sensation and counteract stress hormones like cortisol. The experience can lead to a sense of calm and relaxation, reducing anxiety levels and leaving you with an improved mood and mental clarity.
- Performance & Recovery: Cold plunging can also significantly improve blood circulation. When the body is exposed to cold water, it goes into survival mode, causing blood vessels to constrict in an effort to conserve heat. (Here’s that vasoconstriction term again!) Once the body is out of the cold water and starts to warm up, the blood vessels dilate, a process called…wait for it….vasodilation. This contraction and expansion of blood vessels improve circulation, encouraging efficient blood flow, and promoting better cardiovascular health.
Advanced Technology. Advanced Results.®
Cold Plunge by Degree Wellness® will be the most exhilarating 3 minutes of your day. Give your brain and body the boost it needs.
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