50 Calm-Down Ideas to Try With Kids of All Ages

While the complete opposite of a hot bath, cold showers actually have a restorative effect on the body. Not only do cold or even cool showers reduce inflammation in the muscles, but they improve heart flow back to the heart, and lead to a boost in mood. One study on Winter swimmers found that tension, fatigue, depression, and negative moods all decreased with regular plunges into cold water.