The Coaching Lab: Evidence-Based High Performance & Wellbeing

Wellness Myth-busting: Ice baths, hydration, recovery tools and more!

Brad Cooper, PhD (Catalyst Coaching) Season 8 Episode 19

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Ice baths. Electrolyte drinks. Infrared saunas. Recovery boots. The wellness industry has never been louder — or more expensive. But which of these tools actually move the needle, and which are just well-marketed noise?

In this episode of The Coaching Lab, we cut through the hype and get honest about recovery. Dr. Brad Cooper explores the science behind today's most talked-about wellness practices — from hydration and electrolytes to sauna use, cold-water immersion, and the growing world of recovery technology.

What you'll walk away with:

  • The truth about electrolytes (and when you probably don't need them)
  • Why frequent sauna use has some of the most compelling cardiovascular data in the wellness space
  • The surprising caveat about cold plunges and muscle-building
  • Low-cost recovery strategies that routinely outperform expensive gadgets
  • A rapid-fire verdict on the biggest trends: overhyped, appropriately hyped, or underappreciated?

Recovery isn't a luxury — but it doesn't have to be complicated or costly. This episode helps you separate signal from noise so you can invest your time, energy, and money where it actually counts.

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