Ice bath timing may boost athlete recovery, new study suggests

NCT ID NCT06698237

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at whether taking a cold bath right after exercise or waiting a bit helps athletes recover better. Twelve healthy athletes will do intense workouts, then take a cold bath at different times. Researchers will measure muscle strength and blood amino acid levels to see which timing works best.

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Conditions

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Motor Activity

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  • McGill University

    Montreal, Quebec, H2W 1S4, Canada

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