Christchurch woman Angela Abel swims at the beach every day, in rain, sunshine or freezing cold. Joe Johnson/Stuff Angela Abel swims rain, hail, snow or shine. John Bisset/Stuff Victoria Metcalf, Chloe Harris, Angela Abel and dog Cooper swimming at New Brighton beach on ThurWhile the immersion was temporary, the benefits were long-lasting. John Bisset/Stuff Endorphins are released when the body is in pain, such as when submerged in cold water. She said she researched cold water immersion, and thought her daily dip was “very similar to therapy” in the clarity it provided her.

Source: Stuff June 19, 2020 08:15 UTC