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Coffee Convo about Ice Baths and Saunas with Jess Conger

Key Takeaways

Jess Conger discusses her experiences with ice baths and saunas.
She has a background in graphic design and fitness instruction.
Saunas are linked to various health benefits, including reduced blood pressure.
Ice baths may primarily serve a mental toughness purpose rather than physical recovery.
Hot yoga helped Jess acclimate to heat, making her more open to saunas.
Breathing techniques are crucial for managing discomfort in extreme temperatures.
Cold showers can be a practical alternative for ice baths at home.
The Wim Hof method emphasizes breathing and mental resilience.

8

minutes in sauna for health benefits after exercise.

2

minutes in a cold shower for recovery.

Introduction

Jess introduces herself and her current activities.
Discussion of coffee preferences.

Experiences with Saunas and Ice Baths

Jess shares her past experiences with saunas and hot yoga.
She expresses initial discomfort with extreme temperatures.
Discussion on the mental aspect of enduring ice baths.

Health Benefits

Saunas have scientifically backed health benefits.
Ice baths lack substantial research support for recovery.
Discussion on the placebo effect of ice baths.

Breathing Techniques

Importance of breath control in managing discomfort.
Wim Hof method and its focus on breathing.

Practical Tips

Suggestions for at-home alternatives to saunas and ice baths.
Cold showers as a practical option.

Notable Quotes

"I think for me it's like a breath control thing."

"Ice really isn't that great."

"No better time than today, huh?"