Of course, you can take an ice bath at home, but to be honest, not many people have the willpower to fight the frigid struggle. If you can't go at it alone, look for studios with cold tubs or try Cryotherapy. Many believe that cold therapy is a way to flush lactic acid out of muscles, which helps reduce inflammation and cuts down on recovery time.
"A 10-minute dunk will not be relaxing but it will do the job," says Williams. Adding that it's important to fight lactic acid build-up, as it can create soreness and heaviness in muscle, which can lead to overuse. "Once out of the tub, the warm air will bring oxygenated blood back to your muscles for healing." If you try this at home, Williams recommends a 5-10 minute ice bath.
