Since joining the Strong Women Training Club, you may have been working out and sweating more than ever – and if you’ve been struggling to recover after those tough training sessions, you might be looking for ways to better support your muscles post-workout. While few things might sound less pleasant than a shower in icy cold water, it turns out that those of us who are too afraid to brave the chill are missing out on a whole load of benefits. 

In fact, the Wim Hof method – which is growing in popularity amongst trainers and athletes – is all about the physical and psychological benefits of immersing yourself in the cold. It combines cold therapy, breathing techniques and a commitment to moving outside of your comfort zone, in order to help “boost your immune system, sleep better, reduce inflammation and enhance nature’s own mood boosters”.