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This Is the Best Ice Bath Temperature and Duration to See Legit Recovery Benefits

It’s important to follow the right strategy in order to lessen inflammation and muscle soreness.

Ice baths are beneficial as long as you follow the correct guidelines, according to new research.

The recommended temperature range is between 48 to 59 degrees Fahrenheit, and you should stay in the water 10 to 15 minutes to make the most of your postworkout recovery.

When you’ve just finished an intense workout or long run, your body may crave the fast cooldown that a cold bath—complete with ice floating on top—can provide, but do they really work? New research published in the journal Sports Sciences for Health suggests they can, as long as you follow the correct guidelines.