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Cold Plunge
A cold plunge is a practice that involves immersing the body in cold water, typically at temperatures between 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit (10 to 15 degrees Celsius). This technique is often used in wellness routines for its potential benefits, such as reducing muscle soreness, improving circulation, and boosting mood. Many people find it invigorating and refreshing, often pairing it with activities like hot baths or saunas for a contrasting thermal experience.
How Kairos Float & Wellness Studio's Modalities Support the Menopausal Brain
If you're experiencing brain fog, sleep disruptions, or mood swings during perimenopause or menopause, you're not imagining it. Groundbreaking research from neuroscientist Dr. Lisa Mosconi reveals that menopause is a profound neurological transition that reshapes your brain—but her work also identifies a critical midlife window when specific interventions can support brain health and potentially reduce future cognitive decline. In this article, we'll explore how evidence-base
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Oct 19, 202512 min read
GLP-1 Medications and Cold Plunge Therapy: What the Science Says
If you're taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro, you may be exploring complementary wellness practices to enhance your metabolic health journey. Cold plunge therapy has gained significant attention—but what does the science actually say about combining cold water immersion with GLP-1 medications? The Metabolic Benefits of Cold Water Immersion: What Research Shows Cold water immersion isn't just a wellness trend—it's a scientifically validated intervention
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Oct 17, 20256 min read
The Science of Contrast Therapy: Why What You Do After Matters
If you've explored contrast therapy—alternating between heat exposure in a sauna and cold immersion in a plunge—you know that rush of...
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Sep 29, 20254 min read
Healing Through Ice: The Science of Cold Water Immersion and Breathwork in Trauma Recovery
When we think of trauma therapy, we might envision talk therapy sessions or medication management. But what if healing could also involve...
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Sep 10, 20256 min read
Boost Your Well-being with Cold Plunge Therapy
Cold plunge therapy has been gaining popularity as a natural and effective way to improve overall health and well-being. This practice...
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Jul 30, 20253 min read
Unlocking Peak Performance: Infrared Sauna, Cold Plunge, and Contrast Therapy for ECU Athletes
At East Carolina University (ECU), our athletes are constantly pushing the boundaries of performance. To maintain peak condition and...
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Jun 5, 20252 min read
Understanding Stress: How Alternative Therapies Can Restore Balance
Holistic alternative therapies can restore balance during stressful times. In today's fast-paced world, stress has become a familiar...
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Jun 2, 20253 min read
The Science Behind Cold Plunges: Benefits, Research, and What You Need to Know
If you’ve heard the buzz around cold plunges lately, you’re not alone. From professional athletes to wellness enthusiasts, more people...
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
May 25, 20253 min read
The Science of Vasodilation and Vasoconstriction in Recovery: The Role of Contrast Therapy
This blog explores the science behind vasodilation and vasoconstriction, emphasizing their roles in recovery with contrast therapy.
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 13, 20253 min read
Cold Plunge Therapy: A Science-Backed Approach to Reducing Inflammation
Explore the physiological mechanisms behind cold plunges, optimal temperature and session duration, frequency of use.
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 7, 20252 min read
Physiological Benefits of Cold Plunge (Cold Water Immersion, CWI)
Cold plunge therapy, or cold water immersion (CWI), involves immersing the body in cold water, typically between 10°C to 15°C (50°F to 59°F)
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 3, 20252 min read
Contrast Therapy
Contrast therapy alternates between heat exposure (such as infrared sauna use) and cold water immersion (cold plunge).
Rebecca Nolan Harris, PhD
Apr 2, 20252 min read
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