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Cold Plunge Pros and Cons

cold plunge pros and cons

Cold Plunge pros and cons need to be addressed. We have reviewed just about every cold plunge on the market at this point (read more here) and each tub has its own list of pros and cons. This article is not a breakdown of specific tubs, we will be looking at the practice from a high level. 

Cold Plunge Pros and Cons

Cold plunging is all the rage right now. If you are in the camp that is looking to give the practice a try or maybe even pull the trigger and buy your own plunge device it is important to understand a number of topics, one of those being the pros and cons.

Now, on each of the reviews that we have written on our site each cold plunge has its own list of pros and cons. This article is not talking about a specific device, we are looking at the practice of cold plunging as a whole. 

After reviewing all the best cold plunges on the market and doing extensive research on what makes a cold plunge good (or bad) we have a great understanding and want to share with those that are seeking this kind of information.

Let’s dive in!

Pros of Cold Plunging

We like to always start off with the good news first. Here is a list of Pros of doing the practice of cold plunging or just owning your own:

  • Health Benefits Associated with Cold Plunging
  • Taking Recovery more seriously
  • Boost mental resilience
  • Great way to make content if you wanted to start building a personal brand
  • Great way to build a community 
  • A good habit to build with friends and family

There have been many studies showing the health (both physical and mental) benefits of cold plunging. Cold Plunging is a great way to take your health to the next level and is perfect for athletes or even people who just love to work out.

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Cons of Cold Plunging

The cons that are associated with cold plunging, in general, are the following:

  • Most Tubs are quite expensive
  • Not Handicap Friendly
  • Because of the cost, most people do not even give it a try
  • There is a lot of research that goes into the buying process

The cons that we have seen from many devices mainly have to do with price. The vast majority of people do not have $1,200 – $5,000 to invest right away into a cold plunge. Many people do decide to finance the tubs that they purchase but it is still a pretty costly thing to get into.

If you wanted to avoid buying your own cold plunge you can always support local businesses that have them inside their centers! Typically, a recovery session is somewhere around $50 so if you want to just give the practice a try before deciding if it’s something you want to bring home, you high encourage yourself to do so. 

Whatever it is you decide to do, you should do your homework behind cold plunging. It is something that is actually really cool to learn about. The process of writing all these blog posts has really deepened our knowledge of the subject. You can find everything about cold plunging right on Grapplers Graveyard!

The Cold Plunge

PLUNGE | A Revolutionary Cold Plunge Ice Bath

The Plunge cold plunge tub uses powerful cooling, filtration, and sanitation to give you perfectly chilled, clean water whenever you want it—no ice needed. The Plunge is designed for indoor or outdoor use, and we've made installation a breeze. Just fill your Plunge with a hose, set your temp (as low as 39°F), and get ready to change your life.

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Pros of The Cold Plunge

  • There are many options to choose from
  • Sleek Design 
  • Ability to Finance for as little as $173/month
  • Get all the benefits of plunging right into your home
  • Option of 3 or 5-year warranty but comes with a 1-year warranty
  • You get a rubber ducky with the purchase

Cons of The Cold Plunge

  • Long lead time (2-3 weeks)
  • Shipping is not entirely international
  • The standard model is $5,000
  • Does not come with cleaner products
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