Benefits of Swimming in Cold Water

Posted by Mermaid Staff on June 8th, 2017

As winter is fast approaching, and the season draws to a close, we urge you to remain active and continue swimming at icebergs, or even the beach!

The water may seem colder, but there are endless benefits of swimming in cold water. Here are just a few:

Raise Your Endorphins   : Swimming in the cold ocean water causes a spike in your endorphins which boosts dopamine and serotonin levels leaving you feeling euphoric and calm long after you leave the water.
Builds Your Immune System  : Cold water works as a mild stressor which works to build up the effectiveness of your immune system to cope with
Burns More Calories  : Swimming in cold water forces your heart to pump faster and your body to work harder causing you to burn more calories than when you swim in warm water.
Improves Libido  : Swimming in cold water increases the production of testosterone in men and the production of estrogen in women working to increase libido.
Improves Wellbeing  : Swimming in cold water helps to improve mood and make you feel more energized. Cold water swimmers tend to experience less stress and fatigue than the average person.