Despite the growing interest in cold water therapy for recovery, performance enhancement, and overall health benefits, little research is available on the impact of cold stress on the human body.

That invigorating blast of cold water you’ve been using to start your mornings might be doing more than just waking you up, it could be putting dangerous stress on a heart condition you don’t even ...

SEATTLE — People around Puget Sound hear the warnings all the time, this time of year: Avoid swimming in the lakes and rivers if you can, as the water is still very cold despite warmer temperatures.

Dr. Mark Harper recalls his first cold-water swim in the south of England 20 years ago. It was August, but the initial jolt from the plunge took his breath away. The shock to his system lasted a ...

As temperatures rise, many of us are drawn to the water, whether it’s a trip to the beach, a swim in a lake, or a paddle in a river. But while the sun may be shining, the water can still pose serious ...

SEATTLE — People around Puget Sound hear the warnings all the time, this time of year: Avoid swimming in the lakes and rivers if you can, as the water is still very cold despite warmer temperatures.