How Often Should You Chill With Polar Chill

How Often Should You Chill With Polar Chill

Frozen air therapy has grown in popularity among athletes for several reasons including instant recovery, reduced core body temperatures, and improved athletic performance. Given the benefits, how often should you participate in a frozen air therapy session? The answer will vary from person to person based on their training program, recovery needs, and overall goals. 

Why is it Beneficial for Athletes?

✅ Exposure to cold temperatures can help with

✅ Reduces muscle soreness

✅ Instant Recovery

✅ Decrease inflammation

✅ Enhance circulation

✅ Improved athletic performance 

To help maximize the benefits of frozen air therapy it is recommended to do 2-3 sessions per week according to IVRS (2022).

When should athletes participate in frozen air therapy sessions for maximum benefits?

✅ Post Workout

✅ Post Game, Tournament, or Match

✅ Recovery Days

Frozen air therapy is a great recovery tool, but actual recommendations will vary from person to person. 

References:

Benz, S. (2023, December). Here’s Why Cold Therapy Has Become So Popular

With Athletes. Stylemenz. https://stylemenz.com/heres-why-cold-therapy-has-become-so-popular-with-athletes/

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California Dermatology Institute. (2024, September 30). How Often Should

You Do Cryotherapy for Optimal Results? California Dermatology Institute. https://www.calderminstitute.com/how-often-should-you-do-cryotherapy-for-optimal-results/

Cryotherapy for Athletes: How it works, Benefits | Mass General Brigham.

(2024, August 9). Massgeneralbrigham.org. https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/about/newsroom/articles/cryotherapy-for-athletes#accordion-4656b2b34f-item-d5c15555d4

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