✗ The myth everyone repeats
Athletes should use ice baths after intense exercise to reduce inflammation, prevent soreness, and speed recovery.
✓ What is actually true
Recent research suggests ice baths may actually blunt muscle adaptation and strength gains. While they temporarily reduce inflammation, this inflammatory response is necessary for muscle growth. Athletes who rely on ice baths sometimes show reduced training effects. Active recovery and proper nutrition are now preferred for most training situations.
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