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Hot/Cold Contrast Therapy

The oldest recovery protocol, programmed properly.

Alternating between invigorating cold and restorative heat supports both your mind and body.

Format45 minutes
Cadence1 to 3x weekly
InvestmentFrom $20
CreditsFrom 1 creditMember PricingFrom $17
Offered at

Not currently offered at Boulder. Our care team can coordinate a visit at the nearest clinic.

Who it's for

Designed for specific patterns, not everyone.

01

Training recovery and inflammation management

02

Stress resilience and mood regulation

03

Members building a consistent weekly recovery practice

What's included

The full scope of care.

Contrast suite access

Sauna and cold plunge in a private, sequenced circuit.

Programmed rounds

Timed heat and cold rounds set to your goal: adaptation, recovery, or both.

Coached breathing

Guided protocol for the first sessions until the response is trained.

Clinical detail

We read every value against functional optimal ranges and your own history, then explain what each one means for the plan.

Hot/Cold Contrast Therapy at Alive and Well

Clinical detail

01

Cold exposure time

Weekly total minutes below 15°C drives the adaptation.

02

Heat duration

Time at temperature governs cardiovascular benefit.

03

Timing vs training

Cold immediately post-lifting can blunt hypertrophy; we schedule around it.

Questions

Before you book.

Can I do this with a heart condition?

We screen cardiovascular status and blood pressure stability before clearing contrast protocols.

What do I need to bring?

Nothing. Towels, robes, and shower amenities are provided.

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