Skip the ice bath if you want bigger muscles, research suggests

Ice baths are everywhere in modern fitness culture. From professional athletes to weekend warriors, many swear by the post-workout plunge, hoping the icy shock will ease soreness, calm inflammation and help their bodies bounce back faster. But recent research from the Netherlands reveals a surprising downside: Those freezing dips might actually slow muscle growth.

This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

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