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Cold Plunges: Are They Safe

Cold Plunges: Are They Safe

Update: 2025-12-02
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279: Kyle Ponton of The Cold Life is here to break down everything you need to know about the cold-plunge craze. Find out how cold exposure supports inflammation, recovery and mental toughness - Kyle also answers some cold plunge FAQs and offers budget-friendly ways to start. If you’ve been wondering whether cold plunging is worth the hype, this episode is for you.


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Topics Discussed:


→ What are the benefits of cold plunging for recovery and inflammation?


→ How long should you stay in a cold plunge?


→ Can you do a cold plunge while pregnant?


→ What’s the best time of day to plunge?


→ How does cold plunging compare to cryotherapy?


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Timestamps: 


00:00 - Introduction 


04:18 - Cold Plunge: Benefits + Techniques 


15:24 - Fight or Flight State 


21:42 - Who Should/Shouldn’t Plunge 


27:05 - Best Practices: Timing & Temperature 


34:45 - Getting Started 


41:08 - Finding Community 


49:28 - Kyle’s Cold Plunge Journey 


52:49 - When Should You Cold Plunge?


55:58 - Latest Research 


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Cold Plunge - The Cold Life | The code REALFOODOLOGY gets you $1250 off all Cold Plunges, plus a free maintenance kit and 3-year warranty for $1. 


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Produced By: Drake Peterson

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Cold Plunges: Are They Safe

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