Ice baths are popular for exercise recovery and general wellness. But what does the science say?
- Written by Hunter Bennett, Lecturer in Exercise Science, University of South Australia

Ice baths have become increasingly popular over the past few years. Fitness enthusiasts and casual exercisers around the world are embracing this trend that was once reserved for elite athletes.
Ice baths (also known as “cold water immersion”) are exactly what they sound like. They involve immersing your body...