Cooling
2 articles
RecoverySeptember 9, 2026 · 12 MIN
Heat Stress Recovery: Post-Training Cooling Strategies That Work
Cold water immersion at 10-15°C for 10-15 minutes reduces core temperature 3x faster than passive rest. Learn the evidence-based cooling hierarchy, when NOT to cool, rehydration timing, and sleep strategies after heat training.
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TrainingAugust 28, 2026 · 9 MIN
Race Day Cooling Strategies: Precooling, Ice Vests, and Cold Water
Internal precooling drops core temperature by 0.3-0.5 degrees C before a hot-weather race. Ice vests extend time to exhaustion by 7-16%. A structured cooling protocol from 30 minutes pre-race through the finish line can be the difference between a strong performance and an early DNF.
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