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The Science of Hot & Cold

Research-backed reviews and protocols for saunas, cold plunges, and contrast therapy. Find the right gear. Learn the science. Build the habit.

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Baltic Cold Plunge Tub | Dundalk LeisurecraftBest Value

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Baltic Cold Plunge Tub | Dundalk Leisurecraft

Dive into a refreshing cold experience with the Baltic Cold Plunge Tub by LeisureCraft. Made with precision, this tub is ideal for anyone looking for the rejuvenating effects of cold therapy. You can upgrade the cold tub by either connecting it to our electric chiller or keep the water cold by addi

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SaunaLife S1N 1-Person Cold/Hot Immersion Tub, NaturalEditor's Choice

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SaunaLife S1N 1-Person Cold/Hot Immersion Tub, Natural

Revive and rejuvenate with the SaunaLife S1N 1-Person Cold/Hot Immersion Tub. Finished in a natural Thermo-Pine exterior, this tub offers the perfect solution for enhancing recovery, relaxation, and overall well-being. Whether you prefer the invigorating effects of a cold plunge or the soothing warm

Dundalk Leisure Canadian Timber Tranquility MP CTC2345MP Outdoor Barrel SaunaBest Barrel

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Dundalk Leisure Canadian Timber Tranquility MP CTC2345MP Outdoor Barrel Sauna

DUNDALK LEISURECRAFT CANADIAN TIMBER TRANQUILITY CTC2245MP TRADITIONAL OUTDOOR BARREL SAUNA An enhanced design of the Dundalk Leisure craft Tranquility Outdoor Barrel Sauna, the Serenity MP barrel sauna comes with a gorgeous half-moon window on the back and floor to ceiling tempered glass windows

SaunaLife Model G11 Garden-Series Outdoor Home Sauna KitBest Premium

SaunaLife

SaunaLife Model G11 Garden-Series Outdoor Home Sauna Kit

Saunalife 11 Garden Series:  Outdoor Sauna with Changing room. Fits up to 8 People Discover sauna bathing enchantment and a lifetime of wellness with the SaunaLife Garden-Series G11 outdoor home sauna suite.    Spacious and Comfortable Outdoor Sauna Lavishly designed for sauna splendor, the G11 fea

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Finnmark FD-1 Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna - One Person SaunaBest Infrared

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Finnmark FD-1 Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna - One Person Sauna

FINNMARK FD-1 FULL SPECTRUM INFRARED SINGLE PERSON SAUNA Sweat out your stress in the only full spectrum infrared sauna to get all the way up to 170 degrees Fahrenheit! Built with a Canadian Aspen exterior and Western Red Cedar interior, the Finnmark FD-1 is an incredibly luxurious single person s

SaunaLife Model S2N 2-Person Hot and Cold Immersion Tub in NaturalBest 2-Person

SaunaLife

SaunaLife Model S2N 2-Person Hot and Cold Immersion Tub in Natural

SaunaLife Model S2N 2-Person Hot and Cold Immersion Tub in Natural Revive and rejuvenate Experience pure relaxation with the SaunaLife Model S2N immersion tub in Natural Finish. An essential addition for post-workout recovery at home, or as a refreshing cold plunge following a sauna session. Cold

The Research

Science-Backed Benefits

65%

Lower Dementia Risk

Sauna use 4-7x/week linked to 65% lower Alzheimer's risk vs 1x/week

Laukkanen et al., Age and Ageing, 2017

250%

Norepinephrine Boost

Cold water immersion at 57°F increases norepinephrine by 2-3x within minutes

Šrámek et al., European Journal of Applied Physiology, 2000

29%

Fewer Sick Days

Regular cold shower takers reported 29% fewer sick days from work

Buijze et al., PLOS ONE, 2016

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