Int J Circumpolar Health May 2004 PMID 15253480

Winter swimming improves general well-being.

Pirkko Huttunen, Leena Kokko, Virpi Ylijukuri

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Peak: 4 in Oct 2025
across 6 sources since Aug 2019

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What people are saying

Samples include references to scientific studies demonstrating mood improvements, reductions in tension and fatigue, and specific health benefits such as asthma relief. The tone is enthusiastic, emphasizing the transformative potential of winter swimming, with phrases like 'improved general well-being' and 'significant decreases' indicating strong support and engagement around the topic.

AgreementStrong agreement

The majority of discussions support the positive effects of winter swimming, highlighting health benefits like improved mood, energy, and pain reduction.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high interest by referencing scientific studies, specific health conditions, and engaging questions about trying winter swimming.

EngagementHigh engagement

Many posts delve into detailed findings, cite research, and discuss implications, indicating deep engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

The focus on health improvements and potential for widespread benefits suggest these discussions recognize significant impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Regular winter swimming positively impacts overall mood and physical health, with swimmers feeling more energetic and active after four months.
  • Swimmers initially had more health issues, but their tension, fatigue, and negative mood states significantly decreased over time, especially those with chronic conditions like rheumatism, fibromyalgia, or asthma.
  • The study suggests that consistent winter swimming can improve general wellbeing and help relieve pain for those with certain health problems.]

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SEDSConnective
@SEDSConnective · X

Winter swimming improves general well-being (inflammation, cytokine suppression, anxiety, pain, tiredness, arthritis) We are so delighted to be funding these sessions for members. It does have chlorine in so not applicable to all https://t.co/lbtyW49dLU https://t.co/OkhLymfVAp https://t.co/e1TjbmI3RE

Nov 1, 2022 · 5 likes · 5,701 followers View post →
MorozkoForge
@MorozkoForge · X

@Mangan150 @HealthyFellow Winter swimming improves overall well-being and reduces chronic pain. No surprise there. https://t.co/fx2fLQ4irV

Dec 22, 2021 · 4 likes · 2,446 followers View post →
Thomas P Seager, PhD
@seagertp · X

Winter swimming resolved asthma in 3 Finnish subjects. It also improved general well-being, compared to controls. https://t.co/oyJpAAagnZ

Nov 25, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 13,185 followers View post →
Bill Taylor
@Physiobil · X

@loulouscorpio @Trewern_K @KeelePain @Bruneluni Winter swimming improves general well-being Pirkko Huttunen, Leena Kokko, Virpi Ylijukuri International Journal of Circumpolar Health 63 (2), 140-144, 2004

Nov 13, 2020 · 2 likes · 856 followers View post →
Thomas P Seager, PhD
@seagertp · X

"Tension and fatigue scores in the (Finnish winter) swimmers significantly decreased with the duration of the swimming period," and they reported feeling more energy & better mood than control subjects who did not swim. https://t.co/oyJpAAagnZ @MorozkoForge

May 24, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 13,185 followers View post →
T&F Medicine & Healthcare
@tandfmedicine · X

Are you brrrrrrrave enough to go winter swimming?

Dec 17, 2021 · 1 like · 4,202 followers View post →

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Trivia Tom
@maydont · X

@jonathanstea @unbiasedscipod @NBTiller @SkeptInquirer Im not talking about cryogenics/sports recovery, but swimming & depression. The studies are mostly anecdotal and observational at this stage. Prof Tiptol and Dr Massey have done continued research here: https://t.co/sytzvsJycc https://t.co/ND5LMzP3my https://t.co/j0TEK2rif6

Jun 5, 2024 · 1 like · 510 followers View post →
Archimedes Banya
@banyaSF · X

A study of Finnish winter swimmers demonstrated positive mood changes, decreased tension and fatigue, and improved energy levels associated with cold water exposure. https://t.co/Hom7t71TVm https://t.co/UnoD0PWXkG

Dec 7, 2023 · 573 followers View post →
Thomas P Seager, PhD
@seagertp · X

RT @seagertp: Winter swimming resolved asthma in 3 Finnish subjects. It also improved general well-being, compared to controls. https://t.…

Nov 27, 2022 · 1 share · 13,185 followers View post →
Thomas P Seager, PhD
@seagertp · X

Winter swimming resolved asthma in 3 Finnish subjects. It also improved general well-being, compared to controls. https://t.co/oyJpAAagnZ

Nov 25, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 13,185 followers View post →
SEDSConnective
@SEDSConnective · X

Winter swimming improves general well-being (inflammation, cytokine suppression, anxiety, pain, tiredness, arthritis) We are so delighted to be funding these sessions for members. It does have chlorine in so not applicable to all https://t.co/lbtyW49dLU https://t.co/OkhLymfVAp https://t.co/e1TjbmI3RE

Nov 1, 2022 · 5 likes · 5,701 followers View post →
MorozkoForge
@MorozkoForge · X

RT @seagertp: "Tension and fatigue scores in the (Finnish winter) swimmers significantly decreased with the duration of the swimming period…

May 24, 2022 · 1 share · 2,446 followers View post →
Thomas P Seager, PhD
@seagertp · X

"Tension and fatigue scores in the (Finnish winter) swimmers significantly decreased with the duration of the swimming period," and they reported feeling more energy & better mood than control subjects who did not swim. https://t.co/oyJpAAagnZ @MorozkoForge

May 24, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 13,185 followers View post →
T&F Medicine & Healthcare
@tandfmedicine · X

Are you brrrrrrrave enough to go winter swimming?

Jan 23, 2022 · 4,202 followers View post →
MorozkoForge
@MorozkoForge · X

@Mangan150 @HealthyFellow Winter swimming improves overall well-being and reduces chronic pain. No surprise there. https://t.co/fx2fLQ4irV

Dec 22, 2021 · 4 likes · 2,446 followers View post →
T&F Medicine & Healthcare
@tandfmedicine · X

Are you brrrrrrrave enough to go winter swimming?

Dec 17, 2021 · 1 like · 4,202 followers View post →
Bill Taylor
@Physiobil · X

@loulouscorpio @Trewern_K @KeelePain @Bruneluni Winter swimming improves general well-being Pirkko Huttunen, Leena Kokko, Virpi Ylijukuri International Journal of Circumpolar Health 63 (2), 140-144, 2004

Nov 13, 2020 · 2 likes · 856 followers View post →
Jenn Bonwell
@JennBonwell · X

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Aug 19, 2019 · 50 followers View post →
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