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The Science of Cold Water Therapy for Female Athletes

• cold plunge • cold therapy • ice baths • menopausal marathoner • menopausal runner

When it comes to optimizing athletic performance and recovery, cold water therapy has gained significant traction. However, as Dr. Stacy Sims, a renowned exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist, emphasizes, female athletes have unique physiological responses to cold exposure that warrant a tailored approach.

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Cold Plunging for Menopausal Women: Helpful or Harmful?

• cold plunge • cold therapy • ice baths • running recovery

Cold plunging is all the rage right now, but if you're a menopausal athlete, you might be wondering whether it's actually beneficial for you.

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