Is cold-water swimming good for you, really?

Press/Media: Expert comment

Description

Provided expert commentary on the benefits, risks and evidence base surrounding cold water immersion.

Period	16 Jun 2026

Title	Is cold-water swimming good for you, really?
Degree of recognition	National
Media name/outlet	Financial Times
Media type	Web
Country/Territory	United Kingdom
Date	16/06/26
Description	Provided expert commentary on the physiological responses, potential benefits and safety considerations of cold water immersion, highlighting mixed evidence and the importance of gradual exposure.
Producer/Author	Hannah Coates
URL	https://www.ft.com/content/35401587-8b6e-4b5e-9356-8386a36490a9
Persons	Heather Massey