Infrared Sauna Therapy
A cabin that warms the body directly with infrared, at a lower air temperature than a traditional sauna.
From £35Whole Body Cryotherapy
Two to three minutes in a very cold chamber, used mainly for recovery after training.
What it treats
- Delayed onset muscle soreness
- Recovery between hard training sessions
- General aches and stiffness
- Alertness and mood on the day
- Inflammation after intense exercise
How it works
You stand in a chamber cooled to well below freezing for two to three minutes, wearing gloves, socks and minimal clothing. The extreme cold at the skin causes blood to move towards the core, and when you step out it returns to the periphery. The effect people notice most is on soreness and alertness in the hours afterwards.
Typical course
After training sessions, or two to three times a week during a heavy block.
Who it is not suitable for
Not suitable if you are pregnant, have uncontrolled hypertension, unstable heart disease, Raynaud's, cold urticaria, or severe peripheral neuropathy. Not used if you have been drinking. Anyone with a heart condition needs GP clearance.
Every treatment here is assessed at consultation first. This list covers the common reasons we would not proceed, and it is not exhaustive. Bring your medication list and tell us about anything you are being treated for.
Questions people ask
Is it better than an ice bath?
It is quicker and drier and most people find it easier to do consistently. The research base for cold water immersion is larger. If your only goal is recovery and you have access to a cold bath, that is a defensible choice too.
Does it help me lose weight?
No. The calorie effect is small and short lived. We would rather you spent the money on the weight programme if that is your goal.
Should I use it after every workout?
Not if you are training for muscle growth. There is evidence that aggressive cold immediately after resistance training can blunt some of the adaptation. Use it on recovery days or after competition rather than after every session.
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