Recovery: The Benefits Of Cold And Heat

Treatments such as ice baths and hot whirlpools both have their advantages, but the application of each depends on the individual athlete.

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In this video, Sage Rountree explains the recovery benefits of cold and heat therapy. Treatments such as ice baths and hot whirlpools both have their advantages, but the application of each depends on the individual athlete.

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