About This Practice
Start warm, end with 30 seconds cold. Gradually increase cold duration. Boosts dopamine and reduces inflammation.
Tips
Alternate between hottest comfortable and coldest for 30-60 seconds each
3-5 rounds is ideal — circulatory effect kicks in after 2 rounds
Most accessible contrast therapy — no ice bath needed
Precautions
Be careful on wet surfaces when adjusting temperature
Start with mild temperature differences and build up