Aesthetician Margo Copeland agrees. In fact, she's seen firsthand how heat has improved her skin—albeit with Bikram yoga, ...

Grammy-winner Kendrick Lamar on Sunday became the first solo rap artist to headline a Super Bowl halftime show, with his ...

CBC reporter Sandra Abma took a plunge in the frigid Rideau River and spoke to people who swear by — and study — the benefits ...

A new study found that cold-water immersion offers a number of short-lived potential health benefits. In the 12 hours after ...

“Right now, cold plunging seems to have more immediate, short-term benefits. People report feeling more awake, less anxious, and even euphoric right after a plunge—likely due to the rush of ...

Explore the science behind cold-water immersion: uncover surprising benefits and challenges in this deep dive into icy ...

One recent analysis, published by the PLOS One journal and conducted by researchers at the University of South Australia, examines data from 11 studies with 3,177 people who did the cold plunge.

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More than 160 participants braved the icy waters at Cape County Park for the 2025 Polar Plunge, diving into the freezing lake on Saturday, February 8, to support local Special Olympic athletes.

These pieces kept me cozy while exploring the coldest continent on Earth.

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