6 Advantages of Swimming in Cold Water

Cold water swimming increases our libido

Cold water stimulates estrogen and testosterone production. It's been said that people with higher libido tend to be more self-confident, energetic and are rarely in a bad mood.

Cold water swimming gives us an endorphin high

All kinds of sports release endorphins, which makes us feel happy. Cold water swimming is no exception, it's been said to treat depression. We also need endorphins to ease pain. Swimming in cold water brings us closer to the pain barrier, resulting in plenty of endorphins being released and then we end up feeling good.

Cold water swimming enhances our circulation

Swimming in cold water helps your blood to flow through your veins much faster. It pushes blood to the surface and forces the cold downwards. Over time, you get used to the cold, which works to make you then more resistant to infections and colds in the harsh wintertime.

Cold water swimming boosts our immune system

Scientists have thoroughly studied this, and concluded that cold water increases the white blood cell count, and this is how the body reacts to changing conditions and mobilizes its defenses.

Cold water swimming burns more calories

The heart pumps much faster in order to keep our body as warm as possible whilst swimming in the cold. In warm water we feel relaxed, resulting in being too lazy to waste our energy. 

Cold water swimming reduces stress

Cold water swimming is highly recommended to those who want to cope with stress and tension. It is risk-free and doesn't cost anything at all! Do not be afraid of the challenge and put some mental and physical stress on your body.