Post Reprod Health March 2024 PMID 38271095

How do women feel cold water swimming affects their menstrual and perimenopausal symptoms?

Megan Pound, Heather Massey, Sasha Roseneil, Ruth Williamson, C Mark Harper, Mike Tipton, Jill Shawe, Malika Felton, Joyce C Harper

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24
Peak: 11 in Jan 2024
across 2 sources since Jan 2024

Extended reach

158,234
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Total likes

407

Video views

12,251

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Jan 2024 – Aug 2025

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What people are saying

The discussions demonstrate a strong overall agreement and enthusiasm about the positive effects of cold water swimming on menopausal symptoms, supported by examples like references to mood improvement, hot flash relief, and community support, with an energetic tone suggesting that the findings could be impactful. Some comments question the methodology, reflecting curiosity rather than dismissal.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions express strong support and validation for the study’s findings on cold water swimming benefitting women’s symptoms.

InterestHigh interest

The group shows high curiosity and enthusiasm, with many posts highlighting the novelty and significance of the research.

EngagementHigh engagement

Multiple contributions reference specific aspects of the study, critique, or expand upon it, indicating deep involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

Although some skepticism is present, many recognize the potential for this research to influence women’s health practices.

Abstract in brief

  • Women who regularly swim in cold water report that it helps reduce menstrual and perimenopausal symptoms, especially psychological ones like anxiety, mood swings, and irritability.
  • Many women specifically swim to alleviate these symptoms, feeling that the physical and mental effects of cold water are beneficial.
  • Qualitative responses highlighted themes such as mood improvement, a calming effect, community support, and relief from hot flushes, suggesting cold water swimming has a positive impact on women's health during these stages.]

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Thomas P Seager, PhD
@seagertp · X

Women report that cold water swimming: - reduces anxiety, mood swings, irritability, & hot flashes - improves mood & menstrual periods https://t.co/bEwvoBXnAR https://t.co/RpSeSpvsmF

May 26, 2024 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 12,656 followers View post →
Joyce Harper
@ProfJoyceHarper · X

@RPJ_04 @doc_bipolar @DrNighatArif @niscifest We have another paper coming out but here is our first. https://t.co/bgYxYTo00j

Feb 8, 2024 · 3 likes · 8,987 followers View post →
Dr Malika Felton
@DrMalikaFelton · X

Very excited to be part of this Reproductive Health and Outdoor Swimming Group, with our first paper published today in Post Reproductive Health https://t.co/ROvWUGrf3p https://t.co/1UTAXTJjD9

Jan 25, 2024 · 3 likes · 434 followers View post →
Sage Journals
@SageJournals · X

Did you catch the latest research making waves in women's health? Explore the study on the positive effects of cold-water swimming on menstrual and perimenopausal symptoms. Read more: https://t.co/XakaITyqZq @BrMenopauseSoc ##WomenAndHealth

Feb 9, 2024 · 2 likes · 13,596 followers View post →
Joyce Harper
@ProfJoyceHarper · X

@mgtmccartney @H_Massey1979 @ProfMikeTipton https://t.co/y7BNc1QWc4

Jan 25, 2024 · 2 likes · 8,987 followers View post →
Joyce Harper
@ProfJoyceHarper · X

@WendyJLewis @mgtmccartney @H_Massey1979 @ProfMikeTipton https://t.co/y7BNc1QWc4

Jan 25, 2024 · 1 like · 8,987 followers View post →

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MorozkoForge
@MorozkoForge · X

RT @seagertp: Women report that cold water swimming: - reduces anxiety, mood swings, irritability, & hot flashes - improves mood & menstrua…

Mar 24, 2025 · 2 shares · 2,365 followers View post →
Thomas P Seager, PhD
@seagertp · X

RT @seagertp: Women report that cold water swimming: - reduces anxiety, mood swings, irritability, & hot flashes - improves mood & menstrua…

Mar 15, 2025 · 2 shares · 12,656 followers View post →
(((Dan Graur))) ダン דן גראור
@DanGraur · X

What kind of shitty so-called medical journal publishes a study that is based on a non-random sample, subjective reports by the participants, and lacks a control? And why did @SciAm report the results as "the benefits of cold-water swimming"? https://t.co/9Un573FQ0O

Jun 1, 2024 · 3,358 followers View post →
Thomas P Seager, PhD
@seagertp · X

Women report that cold water swimming: - reduces anxiety, mood swings, irritability, & hot flashes - improves mood & menstrual periods https://t.co/bEwvoBXnAR https://t.co/RpSeSpvsmF

May 26, 2024 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 12,656 followers View post →
Amy Wagner
@amysemingson · X

How do women feel cold water swimming affects their menstrual and perimenopausal symptoms? - Megan Pound, Heather Massey, Sasha Roseneil, Ruth Williamson, C Mark Harper, Mike Tipton, Jill Shawe, Malika Felton, Joyce C Harper, 2024 https://t.co/lHxcX64djC

Feb 21, 2024 · 797 followers View post →
RowanU CHASE Lab
@RowanCHASELab · X

#Menopause can come with many symptoms, however, this study suggests that swimming may be a way to manage symptoms!

Feb 16, 2024 · 493 followers View post →
Sage Journals
@SageJournals · X

Did you catch the latest research making waves in women's health? Explore the study on the positive effects of cold-water swimming on menstrual and perimenopausal symptoms. Read more: https://t.co/XakaITyqZq @BrMenopauseSoc ##WomenAndHealth

Feb 9, 2024 · 2 likes · 13,596 followers View post →
Joyce Harper
@ProfJoyceHarper · X

@RPJ_04 @doc_bipolar @DrNighatArif @niscifest We have another paper coming out but here is our first. https://t.co/bgYxYTo00j

Feb 8, 2024 · 3 likes · 8,987 followers View post →
Mrs. Burkhalter Has All The Cats
@CastleKeeperCat · X

(and don't get me started on all the questions i have about this really 'feely' study) https://t.co/vzQL9kGj96

Feb 3, 2024 · 182 followers View post →
Sage Journals
@SageJournals · X

Discover the buzz around this groundbreaking study on cold water swimming and #WomensHealth! Join the conversation sparked by Megan Pound, Heather Massey, and Joyce C Harper. @BrMenopauseSoc Read the article: https://t.co/fjcPrFP0Xm

Feb 2, 2024 · 13,596 followers View post →
Dr. Tamale Henry Duke
@drtamalehenry · X

https://t.co/7Uve41rsUa

Feb 2, 2024 · 9,070 followers View post →
UCL Discovery
@ucl_discovery · X

Open Access UCL Research: How do women feel cold water swimming affects their menstrual and perimenopausal symptoms? https://t.co/7CL8wmzXAA

Jan 31, 2024 · 2,521 followers View post →
Kelly A. Hogan Ph.D.
@Loose_Lab_Rat · X

How do women feel cold water swimming affects their menstrual and perimenopausal symptoms? https://t.co/FoKsc7Fh8l

Jan 29, 2024 · 2,241 followers View post →
サイエンスあれこれ
@sarekore · X

(31.1%)、顔面紅潮(30.3%)の大幅な改善を経験したことが示されました。また、月経の症状を経験した711人の女性のうち、半数近くが冷水水泳により不安症(46.7%)が改善されたと回答し、3分の1以上が気分の変動(37.7%)やイライラ(37.6%)が改善されたと回答しましたhttps://t.co/qcmZNmiF5G

Jan 26, 2024 · 1 like · 922 followers View post →
David Nunan
@dnunan79 · X

@LGHemkens https://t.co/5BdwWjHpYO https://t.co/JfiMqS5BMY

Jan 26, 2024 · 7,674 followers View post →
Dr Malika Felton
@DrMalikaFelton · X

Very excited to be part of this Reproductive Health and Outdoor Swimming Group, with our first paper published today in Post Reproductive Health https://t.co/ROvWUGrf3p https://t.co/1UTAXTJjD9

Jan 25, 2024 · 3 likes · 434 followers View post →
Joyce Harper
@ProfJoyceHarper · X

@WendyJLewis @mgtmccartney @H_Massey1979 @ProfMikeTipton https://t.co/y7BNc1QWc4

Jan 25, 2024 · 1 like · 8,987 followers View post →
Joyce Harper
@ProfJoyceHarper · X

@mgtmccartney @H_Massey1979 @ProfMikeTipton https://t.co/y7BNc1QWc4

Jan 25, 2024 · 2 likes · 8,987 followers View post →
Joyce Harper
@ProfJoyceHarper · X

https://t.co/y7BNc1QWc4

Jan 25, 2024 · 8,987 followers View post →
Joyce Harper
@ProfJoyceHarper · X

https://t.co/y7BNc1QWc4

Jan 25, 2024 · 8,987 followers View post →
Joyce Harper
@ProfJoyceHarper · X

https://t.co/y7BNc1QWc4

Jan 25, 2024 · 8,987 followers View post →
Professor Erwin Loh
@erwinloh · X

#Swimming in #cold water can significantly reduce symptoms of the #menopause such as #moodswings and #hotflushes, a study has found. https://t.co/caaNXaRDnL https://t.co/ZJnr2gbmZ5

Jan 25, 2024 · 9,489 followers View post →