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#58 - Exercise in the cold: impacts on performance and health with Dr Mike Tipton

Inside Exercise

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The Impact of Cold Water on Swimming Performance

This chapter explores the effects of swimming in cold water on muscle temperature, exercise performance, and cardiovascular response. It discusses the physiological changes that occur due to cold-induced vasoconstriction, including decreased efficiency, uncoordinated strokes, and reduced force generation. The chapter also delves into the adaptations that can occur with repeated exposure to cold water and the importance of considering how we feel about cold water in determining our behavior.

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