By Performance Lifestyle Coach John Allen Mollenhauer “JAM” Founder of Regenus Center
​​However much we want to deny it, Excess Stress is an unfortunate part of the human experience, and it can have various effects on our bodies, such as fatigue, inflammation, and a weakened immune system. As most of us juggle external responsibilities that range from work deadlines to family care, we all have stressful times and days that feel overwhelming and deplete our vital energy, giving rise to the added low-grade biological stress of tiredness itself, inflammation, and pain. 
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While hot tubs and traditional saunas often get the spotlight regarding stress relief, ironically, "cold water immersions," traditionally known as "ice baths," or “plunges into a lake ice-opening,” are an overlooked source of recovery from stress, relief, and relaxation (believe it or not) with the added benefits of reducing inflammation and pain.