Ice Plunge

Discover the benefits of our ice bath at Lucid Flight: Faster recovery, improved circulation, and an invigorating experience.

Bookings & Pricing:
Please note: As we transition to a new clinic space in Central Otago, this service is temporarily paused – but will be returning soon as part of the next stage of Lucid Flight.
Bookings are available through our website. Please allow an additional 30 minutes per session for preparation, changing, and post-session care.

  • $65 +GST per hour
    • Add Contrast Therapy: +$15 +GST
  • $45 +GST per 30 mins

Benefits of Ice/Cold Plunge Therapy

The ice plunge – brief immersion in cold water at around 10-15°C for 1-5 minutes—offers a range of physical and mental perks, such as:

  • Reducing inflammation and post-workout muscle soreness
  • Boosting circulation for enhanced oxygen delivery
  • Stimulating immunity to support your body’s natural defences
  • Improving mood and focus through endorphin and norepinephrine release
  • Activating brown fat, supporting metabolism and temperature regulation

Contrast Therapy

Looking to elevate your recovery? Try our Infrared Sauna and Ice Plunge therapies, an ideal combo to reduce soreness, boost circulation, and stimulate resilience. By alternating between the sauna and cold plunge, you amplify the benefits of each. Ideally, try a 3:1 ratio (e.g., 30 mins sauna to 10 mins ice plunge), repeating 2-4 cycles per session to experience:

  • Improved lymphatic flow and detox
  • Cellular resilience through heat and cold shock protein production
  • Enhanced capillary growth for quicker tissue recovery
  • Boosted growth hormone and testosterone levels for muscle recovery
  • Balanced nervous system activity, supporting better sleep and recovery

Frequency & Caution: To maximise the benefits, aim for 2-3 sessions per week on sauna days. Start slow, building tolerance as you go. Listen to your body to avoid overdoing it, as too much cold exposure can risk hypothermia or immune suppression.

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