Contrast Bath Therapy
Professional recovery after high-intensity jump sessions — contrast baths boost circulation and metabolic-waste clearance, speeding lower-limb recovery. Alternate hot (38-42°C) and cold (10-15°C) immersion for 1-3 minutes each.
Coaching cues
- 1.Hot 1-3 min → cold 1 min → repeat 3-5 rounds
- 2.Finish cold if it feels best — anti-inflammatory evidence is limited
- 3.Most effective within 30 min post-training
- 4.No tub? Alternate showers on the legs
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