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Ready to unlock the science and resilience behind cold plunging? In this episode, I sit down with Kristin Weitzel, breathwork coach and cold exposure expert, to explore the physiological, mental, and emotional benefits of cold therapy. We dive deep into how cold plunging boosts dopamine by 350%, ramps up metabolism, supports mental health, and trains you to do hard things. From brown fat activation and nervous system regulation to women’s health considerations and optimizing recovery, this episode is packed with tools you can apply today. If you’ve ever wondered how long, how cold, or how often you should plunge—and what really happens to your body and mind when you step into the ice—you’ll find your answers here.
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00:00 – Intro & Kristin Weitzel on the power of cold plunging
02:00 – Why cold exposure builds resilience and mental toughness
06:00 – Becoming a “nervous system DJ” through breath and cold
13:30 – The science: dopamine, norepinephrine & parasympathetic rebound
16:45 – Cold plunging for metabolism, weight loss & fat burning
21:15 – The shiver response: why it matters most
26:30 – Cold plunging before vs. after workouts
31:30 – Contrast therapy: sauna & cold plunge protocols
33:40 – Boosting immunity & stress resilience with cold exposure
38:40 – Cold plunging during pregnancy, Raynaud’s & contraindications
43:50 – Brown fat, thermogenesis & mitochondrial health
47:00 – Full immersion vs. partial submersion
50:45 – Ideal duration, frequency & water temperature
57:00 – Women’s cycles & cold exposure considerations
01:03:00 – Solo vs. group plunging: community and oxytocin
01:06:30 – Epigenetics, generational resilience & the future of cold therapy
01:10:20 – Closing thoughts on agency, intuition & personal practice
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