Recently, BLACKPINK member Jennie made headlines by introducing her own method to recover from fatigue: the “cold plunge.” Cold immersion is a therapy that involves immersing the body in very cold water and is known to be effective in reducing pain, improving blood circulation and relieving muscle pain.
In an interview with Vogue released on their official YouTube channel on November 10, Jennie shared: “I started doing it to relieve the fatigue of constant touring and shows. It feels like a reset button for my body.
The female idol also added: “The first time I entered the cold water, it was shocking, but I felt immediate relief from the pain and tension in my body.”
In the interview, Jennie demonstrated her cold dip routine, starting with light stretching before slowly submerging her body, starting from the feet.
“Once in the water, you feel the burn, but you have to trust yourself. I calm down by reminding myself that I’m fine.” Jennie revealed, adding that she usually stays in for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds, sometimes challenging herself to stay 5-10 seconds longer.
Jennie said the cold plunges have also helped her mentally, especially when dealing with muscle soreness and tension that affect her sleep. The female idol also said that she takes a cold plunge every night, adding, “I’m scared every time I do it, but overcoming that fear and pushing myself has been motivating. It made me believe I’m stronger than I think.
When finished, Jennie explained, “You feel the blood flowing instantly and I feel refreshed and ready to go.
The cold plunge is a favorite of other celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Josh Brolin, who played Thanos in the Avengers series. Footballer Son Heung-min is also known to practice the cold plunge, posting on Tottenham’s social media that he finishes his training sessions with a 10-minute ice bath for recovery, noting that he does it every day as he gets older.
While there is no set temperature for a cold plunge, experts generally recommend water between 10 and 15°C. However, sudden submersion can trigger shock responses such as rapid breathing, heart rate and increased blood pressure, so caution is advised.
Some experts warn against temperature drops due to limited scientific support. In 2022, the American Heart Association (AHA) released a statement noting“You are not a polar bear. There is still limited evidence to support the health benefits of cold therapy, and it may even harm some individuals by shocking the body with cold water.
Source: Daum
