BigJan85 Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 I wanted to start doing contrast baths for my hands and I was wondering how long to soak each hand and how many repititions to do between the hot and cold water. Thanks to anyone who can help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackdog Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 I wanted to start doing contrast baths for my hands and I was wondering how long to soak each hand and how many repititions to do between the hot and cold water. Thanks to anyone who can help. This worked for me 1. 2 min freezing cold 2. 2 min very hot 3. 2 min freezing cold 4. 2 min very hot 5. 2 min freezing cold total of 10 min dipping your arm all the way in the water up to the elbow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 I basically did the same thing, except I prefer to finish with cold. 1.5 to 2 minutes HOT. In the hot water, I like to open and close my hands to futher promote circulation. 1.5 to 2 min COLD. Kitchen sink full of ice cubes. I wait till the hands go numb. HOT COLD -Rex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigJan85 Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 Ok thanks guys...how hot should the water be? Pretty much as hot as I can handle? I did this tonight after my workout and my hands did actually feel pretty good when I was done. Would it be ok to do this everynight? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Sam Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Hi. I do like this Start with cold 45 sek 45 sek hot 1 min cold 1min hot 1 min 15 cold 1 min hot 1 min 30 cold 1 min hot Last one upp to 2 min cold, stopp! I swear by this and i always feel much fresher the day after! I do it after everyworkout for my hands... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 Ok thanks guys...how hot should the water be? Pretty much as hot as I can handle? I did this tonight after my workout and my hands did actually feel pretty good when I was done. Would it be ok to do this everynight? The water should be steaming, but not so hot you burn yourself. Do them after every grip workout for faster recovery. -Rex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RQuinn Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I go by feel for the timing on contrasts baths. I sometimes rotate 2 billiard balls under the water. One thing I always find myself wondering, is what side (hot or cold) is better to finish off with? I found that by the time I'm done the hot water has cooled down a little and it's more neutral so I usually stop there. -Rob Quinn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Brouse Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 If you've got legitimate inflammation I would end with cold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ealonzo Posted February 14, 2009 Share Posted February 14, 2009 start cold, end hot. do it for as long as you can bare it, then switch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironwil Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I've done it for 90 seconds each, starting with cold and ending with hot. To make it easy, I used a small indoor trash can we weren't using anymore, filled it with tap water and added lots of ice. I ran hot water in my tub, put the trash can next to it and alternated that way. It doesn't seem to require getting as hot/cold as you can stand it. That is also dangerous, since many people who train have a high tolerance for pain, and you could injure yourself. I put the water somewhat hotter than a hot shower usually runs, and the water was plenty cold from the ice. You have to find where it's good for you. It works, I can tell you that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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