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September 2014 PMID 24552795

Strength training adaptations after cold-water immersion.

Michael Fröhlich, Oliver Faude, Markus Klein, Andrea Pieter, Eike Emrich, Tim Meyer

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What people are saying

The social discussions demonstrate a strong consensus that cold-water immersion post-exercise can impair strength adaptations, as evidenced by comments referencing research studies and personal routines, like cold immersion affecting muscle gains. The tone combines scientific references with personal opinions, highlighting high engagement and interest in optimizing recovery protocols.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions agree that cold-water immersion after strength training can impair adaptations, citing specific studies and personal practices.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions show high interest, with users referencing research articles, sharing personal routines, and debating recovery strategies.

EngagementHigh engagement

Participants are deeply engaged, referring to scientific evidence, personal experiences, and the implications for athletic performance.

ImpactModerate impact

The social discussions suggest the information might influence athletes’ recovery choices and training regimes, though broader widespread change appears moderate.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that repeated coldwater immersion (CWI) after strength training sessions slightly negatively impacted long-term strength gains, such as increases in 1RM and 12RM, compared to not cooling.
  • While both legs showed improvements over the training period, the leg that was cooled showed marginally smaller gains, indicating that CWI might hinder some of the adaptation process.
  • Overall, the effects of CWI on strength adaptations were small, suggesting that in real-world sports, whether to use coldwater immersion should consider the balance between potential recovery benefits and slight reductions in strength gains.
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Mauricio Gonzalez MD.
@DrMauricioGon · X

Fröhlich M, Faude O, Klein M, Pieter A, Emrich E, Meyer T. Strength training adaptations after cold-water immersion. J Strength Cond Res. 2014;28(9):2628-2633.

Dec 18, 2021 · 76 likes · 1 share · 149,439 followers View post →
Steve Magness
@stevemagness · X

@theSamParr @mastermoneyco In the athletic realm, the data on recovery and performance so far shows that ice baths do NOT help. And in fact, can impair your adaptation to exercise. For example: https://t.co/qAy0z8uEZ3

Jan 9, 2022 · 2 likes · 124,911 followers View post →
Austin Zaring
@_Its_Austin_ · X

@Kid___Carter https://t.co/jNqW0IRPmL

Jul 29, 2020 · 1 like · 461 followers View post →
Erica Mulholland, MS CSCS
@fitsoccerqueen · X

RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

Jan 10, 2022 · 17 shares · 17,413 followers View post →
Carl Franzen
@carlfranzen · X

RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

Jan 10, 2022 · 17 shares · 9,014 followers View post →
taka_hirai
@stac_hirai_sub · X

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RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

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7Summit Advisors Performance
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RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

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Bryce Koscielny
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RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

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Jeff Bridges
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RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

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ardalio
@halucinatio · X

RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

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Alex Wigington, MS, LAT, ATC
@awigington_atc · X

RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

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Carl Franzen
@carlfranzen · X

RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

Jan 10, 2022 · 17 shares · 9,014 followers View post →
Rodney Hill
@CoachRodHill · X

RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

Jan 10, 2022 · 17 shares · 2,740 followers View post →
Bradley Brookhart
@BradBrookhart27 · X

RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

Jan 10, 2022 · 17 shares · 277 followers View post →
jason lentzke
@jlentzke · X

RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

Jan 10, 2022 · 17 shares · 563 followers View post →
Erica Mulholland, MS CSCS
@fitsoccerqueen · X

RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

Jan 10, 2022 · 17 shares · 17,413 followers View post →
Cam Johnson
@CamJohnson29 · X

RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

Jan 10, 2022 · 17 shares · 6,540 followers View post →
Manuel López
@RLopezManuel23 · X

RT @stevemagness: With ice baths, it’s not just theoretical. It is real. Taking ice baths post-training, impairs strength training adaptat…

Jan 10, 2022 · 17 shares · 324 followers View post →
Steve Magness
@stevemagness · X

@theSamParr @mastermoneyco In the athletic realm, the data on recovery and performance so far shows that ice baths do NOT help. And in fact, can impair your adaptation to exercise. For example: https://t.co/qAy0z8uEZ3

Jan 9, 2022 · 2 likes · 124,911 followers View post →
Fernando Flores Z
@FloresZuni · X

RT @DrMauricioGon: Fröhlich M, Faude O, Klein M, Pieter A, Emrich E, Meyer T. Strength training adaptations after cold-water immersion. J S…

Dec 18, 2021 · 1 share · 909 followers View post →
Mauricio Gonzalez MD.
@DrMauricioGon · X

Fröhlich M, Faude O, Klein M, Pieter A, Emrich E, Meyer T. Strength training adaptations after cold-water immersion. J Strength Cond Res. 2014;28(9):2628-2633.

Dec 18, 2021 · 76 likes · 1 share · 149,439 followers View post →
Taylor Caves
@TaylorCaves · X

I always do my #coldthermogenesis before my workout or on rest days. Cold immersion immediately after exercise blunts the inflammatory response for muscle hypertrophy gains.

Jul 25, 2021 · 368 followers View post →
Austin Zaring
@_Its_Austin_ · X

@Kid___Carter https://t.co/jNqW0IRPmL

Jul 29, 2020 · 1 like · 461 followers View post →