Are ice baths good before a workout?
Ice baths may have some benefits for athletes before a workout. They can help reduce muscle soreness and inflammation, and may also improve recovery time after a workout. However, there is limited scientific evidence to support the use of ice baths before a workout, and it may not be the best option for everyone.
In many articles, it's even advised not to take it as your body won't be wormed up, and you are more likely to increase your chances for an injury. 😞
That's why I was blown away when I saw this information on Joe's Rogan podcast 👇🏻
So I decided to give it a try, and I loved it. On my first workout, my heart rate was 20-30 lower than usual, and I could push myself more. Although I did it more towards the end of my workout as I got proper warm up.
Why Testosterone?
Testosterone is a hormone that plays an important role in muscle growth. It helps to increase muscle protein synthesis, which is the process by which cells build proteins. This leads to an increase in muscle size and strength. Testosterone also helps to decrease muscle protein breakdown, which helps to preserve muscle mass. Additionally, testosterone can increase the number of muscle fibers and the size of existing muscle fibers, leading to further muscle growth. Testosterone also helps to improve bone density and can promote overall muscle repair and recovery.
However, it's worth noting that testosterone levels alone are not the only determining factor in muscle growth, proper nutrition, training and overall health are also important.
