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The Cold Pod Elite Lite Barrel USA
Ice Bath
The Cold Pod Elite Lite Barrel USA
Recover like a pro in the Elite Lite Barrel, with its thinner wall construction but all-round insulation, this portable ice bath doesn’t compromise on quality or function.
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What's Included?
Lid
Nylon Carry Bag with PU Inner
Pump
User Manual
What's Included?
Cold Pod Elite Lite Barrel
Lid
Nylon Carry Bag with PU Inner
Pump
User Manual
The Cold Pod Elite Lite Barrel USA
SPECIFICATIONS
| Capacity | 120 gallons |
|---|---|
| Net weight | 31.97lbs |
| Pod diameter | 39.37" |
| Pod height | 30.32" (32.28" with lid attached) |
| Pod lid diameter | 39.37" |
| Pod lid thickness | 1.96" |
| Pod wall thickness | 1.96" |
COLD WATER THERAPY HEALTH BENEFITS
Sports medicine has used cold water immersion therapy for years to help the recovery of athletes’ muscles. It’s why you often see photos of footballers or rugby players in ice baths post-match. Don’t worry; you don’t need to be a burly athlete to reap the benefits, though. Research has shown that while an ice bath increases blood flow to the skin, the flow to the muscles is reduced. The reduced muscle blood flow reduces exercise induced muscle damage. (Gregson et al. 2011)
Stress is something many of us battle daily, but there is some emerging research that suggests cold water therapy could help to reduce the symptoms of anxiety and depression. Research suggests that cold water immersion could lower your heart rate by 15 per cent. (Mooventhan & Nivethitha. 2014) This is particularly pertinent for those experiencing anxiety who often have an increased heart rate. Cold showers have also been shown to be beneficial for improving the symptoms of depression.
Cold water therapy puts your body under stress, and although this may seem counterproductive, this stress is likely to be why immersion is so beneficial. There is some research emerging that suggests that cold water exposure can help to boost our immune cells.
Pain is a burden, but ice baths can help to lessen it. A study in individuals with gout arthritis found that cold water immersion decreased pain and improved quality of life (Kurniasari et al. 2022). Dipping into your Cold Pod could help to lower inflammation and decrease pain.
FEATURES
Portable Design
Easy to use indoors or outdoors
Includes Accessories
Comes with an insulated cover, 6 support legs, pump, drain hose, carry bag, and user manual
Health Benefits
Promotes muscle recovery, stress relief, increased immunity, and pain reduction
Versatile Use
Suitable for athletes and non-athletes for post-exercise recovery and overall well-being
THE COLD POD DIFFERENCE
How do we stand apart from competitors? By putting your recovery journey first in everything we create.
The Cold Pod
- Innovative design
- Premium materials
- Portable convenience
- Environmentally conscious
- Quick and simple to set up
Others
- Generic design
- Low-quality materials
- Cumbersome structure
- Wasteful production
- Time-consuming installation
User Guide
PreparationHow to useAfter useDisclaimer
How to prepare your body for using the Cold Pod
This information is advisory only. Cold water immersion is a unique and invigorating experience but also a challenging one. Before you plunge right in, you’ll need to prepare your body, both mentally and physically.
We recommend taking short, cold showers to help get your body used to the shock of being immersed in cold water. It is not recommended that you ‘dive’ straight in with the cold temperature.
It is well reported that there are numerous health benefits of water therapy. A study conducted at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine found that taking a cold shower (20oC) for 2 to 3 minutes preceded by a 5-minute cooling down period was sufficient enough to relieve some of the symptoms of depression (Shevchuk, 2008).
The cooling down period could mean getting in a slightly cooler shower than you are used to, and gradually decreasing the temperature over a 5-minute period until you reach 20oC.
You may find you need to do this for several weeks before using your Cold Pod for the first time to ensure you are mentally and physically ready. While you eagerly anticipate your Cold Pod’s arrival, we recommend taking some cold showers to help acclimatise your body.
Deep breathing exercises
Breathing techniques can help your body prepare and cope with the temperature change it is exposed to, and breathing is also great for meditation.
Here is a simple technique you can use before you enter the Cold Pod. You can do this in a comfortable position in an area away from furniture or sharp objects:
- Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth
- Take 30 breaths and try not to pause on the inhale or exhale
- At the end of the 30 breaths, exhale and hold until your body naturally needs to inhale, then inhale deeply and hold until you naturally need to exhale
- Try to repeat this 3 times slightly increasing the intensity of your breaths as you progress
When you enter the Cold Pod, you can use these breathing principles to help you adjust to the temperature and immerse yourself in the experience
Using the Cold Pod for the first time
Step 1
Have a changing robe or towel ready for after your dip.
Step 2
Fill your Cold Pod with tap water only (no ice) for your first session.
Step 3
Begin with warmer temperatures (around 15°C/59°F).
Step 4
Gradually lower the temperature as you become more accustomed to cold therapy.
Step 5
Increase duration with each successive session.
Step 6
Aim for water temperature between 11°C and 15°C (51.8°F-59°F).
Step 7
Set your immersion time between 11 and 15 minutes.
Step 8
Stay immersed only as long as it feels relatively comfortable.
Step 9
Refer to the Cold Pod user manual for detailed safety guidelines and maintenance instructions.
How to warm up when you get out
When you’re done, get out of the Cold Pod slowly and get into the horse stance. The horse stance is a common martial arts posture that’s also used during exercise. To get into the horse stance:
- Stand up straight with your feet spread about one and a half times your shoulder width apart.
- Keep your feet facing forward, and spine straight with an upright and aligned posture.
- Bend your knees into a squat position, lower your body as if you were riding a horse, keeping your knees in line with your toes. Place your hands on your hips and hold.
Combining the horse stance with the deep breathing exercises we described earlier this is a great way to naturally warm up after being immersed in the Cold Pod.
What is the right amount of time will differ from person to person and it depends on an individuals own levels of tolerance. We recommend you should listen to your own body and proceed with caution at least in the early stages.
You should ALWAYS consult your doctor before using the ice bath if you have ANY health issues.
The Cold Pod should not be used if you are:
- Under 18 years old
- Pregnant
- Epileptic
Or if you have:
- A history of heart disease or high blood pressure
- Coronary heart disease (e.g. Angina Pectoris; Stable Angina)
- Cold urticaria
- Epilepsy
- Kidney failure
- Raynaud’s Syndrome (Type II)
- High blood pressure (in case of prescription medication)
- A history of serious health issues like heart failure or stroke
- Shortly after an operation
- If you suffer from migraines, we urge you to be cautious about taking ice baths.
- Any other health concerns or conditions
Disclaimer
You should conduct your own health checks and research, including seeking medical advice if you are at all unsure whether you should engage in cold water therapy.
Please note we are not medically qualified, nor is any information contained on our website medical advice. So far as we are legally able to do so, we exclude liability from any harm that arises from the use of the Cold Pod.
Sources
Machado, A. F., Ferreira, P. H., Micheletti, J. K., de Almeida, A. C., Lemes, Í. R., Vanderlei, F. M., Netto Junior, J., & Pastre, C. M. (2016). Can Water Temperature and Immersion Time Influence the Effect of Cold Water Immersion on Muscle Soreness? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.), 46(4), 503–514. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-015-0431-7
Shevchuk N. A. (2008). Adapted cold shower as a potential treatment for depression. Medical hypotheses, 70(5), 995–1001. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mehy.2007.04.052
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