For some time walrushing has become one of the most popular forms of active leisure in winter. After all, not everyone likes to spend their Sunday mornings in the company of hot coffee and a good book... In this article, we answer the question of whether or not walrushing is safe, how it affects our body and what are the key contraindications for which you should not walrus. Be sure to check it out!
The effects of walruses on the body
Like walrushing does it affect the human body? Initially, when immersed in cold water, there is ischaemia, which manifests itself as a constriction of the blood vessels, resulting in the skin becoming paler. At the same time, the body tries to conserve as much heat as possible and therefore restricts blood flow through the skin. Only later does the body temperature drop. Arterial and venous pressure then increases.
After about 3-5 minutes, the blood vessels dilate again to bring about an improvement in the blood supply to the skin. At this point, a marked reddening can be observed. In addition, the arterial and venous blood pressure drops and the blood vessels become tighter.
Walruses - is it healthy and safe?
Walruses is primarily associated with a shot of endorphins and a dose of positive emotions that boosts the mood for the rest of the day. However, we find more advantages. The body's adaptation to the cold causes increase in cold tolerance and fluctuations in ambient temperature. Advantages also include weight reduction, which is associated with increased energy consumption for heating the body.
By shivering the muscles from the cold, fat is reduced, which is associated with reduced cellulite, for example. Tension is also improved, as is the appearance of the skin. In addition walrushing has a positive effect on the immune system, i.e. it increases our resistance to infection, as well as on the cardiovascular system. Experts warn, however, not to do anything by force and if you do not feel comfortable in cold water, give up the walruses. In addition, it is important to prepare well in advance, i.e. to warm up the body, for example by running or jumping.
Walrus bathing contraindications
Nowadays, quite a few people are opting for walrushing. Negative effects are relatively rare, however, and are usually associated with irresponsible attitudes on the part of the walruses. However, it is worth bearing in mind the contraindications. These include, above all:
- cardiovascular diseases,
- neurological diseases,
- epilepsy,
- Lyme disease,
- hypertension.
Remember that those more likely to be adversely affected by walruses are people over 65 years of age.
Summary - how to prepare?
Walruses It therefore appears to be safe if you observe basic safety issues. Remember to see your doctor before you start walrushing to rule out cardiac problems. If it turns out that there are no health contraindications, it is worth joining a group of experienced walruses, as it is not recommended to walruses alone. Remember to protect your head and limbs and to warm up.
