Rein ins kalte Wasser!

That swimming in cold water has health benefits is not a new discovery. For centuries, people from all over the world have reported that cold exposure alleviates pain and improves overall well-being. Even the famous Katharine Hepburn spoke about her swims in the cold Pacific. Nevertheless, this method has not yet sparked scientific interest, nor have doctors prioritized the health benefits of cold water exposure for their patients.

In "Jump into Cold Water!", anesthetist Mark Harper presents the long-awaited evidence of how positively swimming in cold water can impact our health. Through studies and case reports, it becomes clear what effects cold exposure has on our physical and mental well-being. For example, it alleviates chronic pain, arthritis, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and migraines.

In addition to information on the body's adaptation response to cold exposure, this "refreshing" guide includes instructions on how to swim safely in low temperatures. This particularly benefits the cardiovascular system, but the immune system is also strengthened, cell renewal is promoted, and overall well-being is improved – all for free, without side effects, and sustainably.

And the best part: No one has to shiver in an ice bath or hack a hole in a frozen lake – the health benefits are already evident at water temperatures of up to 20 degrees. Even untrained swimmers can benefit, as it is about simple movement in the water, not about setting a new world record.