There is a lot of scientific evidence that suggests that implementing cold water into your shower will benefit you. Anybody can take a cold shower- showers that are below seventy degrees Fahrenheit. People take cold showers for multiple different reasons: some for physical improvement, some for waking up, some for mental stimulation, and the list goes on.

Cold showers can increase the production of endorphins, improve your metabolism, and enhance circulation. They can also help fight against illness and can improve your immune system. The shock of the cold water wakes you up and increases your blood circulation. This increase in circulation can reduce soreness, decrease inflammation, wake up the body, and stimulate the immune system. These showers can also reduce puffiness and can make the skin feel tighter and smoother. 

These showers can also offer you rejuvenation and can improve your overall mood. It may not be noticeable after one or two showers, but if you stay consistent and keep taking cold showers (whether it’s the whole time or just a portion of your shower), you will definitely feel changes in your overall mood. Cold showers also have an effect on your willpower due to the resilience to the cold water when you take them. 

Unlike popular belief, cold showers have absolutely no effect on your production of testosterone. Cold showers can increase certain hormones, mostly stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline which improve alertness and focus, but will have no effect on reproductive hormones or growth hormones. 

Overall, cold showers definitely improve your day if they are included in your morning routine. Aside from the uncomfortable cold water, showering with cold water offers many benefits and is a really good way to start your day.