Cryotherapy: Burning up to 800 kcals in Just 3 Minutes?

If you’ve been searching for innovative ways to improve your overall health, fitness, and wellness, you might have come across the term “Cryotherapy.” Over the past few years, Cryotherapy has gained immense popularity, not just among elite athletes and celebrities, but also with individuals looking to tap into its reported benefits. One of the most exciting claims you may have heard is that a 3-minute session can burn up to a staggering 800 calories. But is there truth to this? Let’s dive in.

What is Cryotherapy?

Cryotherapy, sometimes known as cold therapy, involves exposing the body to extremely cold temperatures for short durations. The most common form is the whole-body cryotherapy, where individuals step into a chamber that surrounds their body with cold air, while their head remains outside. Temperatures in these chambers can drop to as low as -197°C! We tend to keep the temperature in the rang of -120°C to 140°C, after research is the optimal temperature range

How Does Cryotherapy Burn Calories?

1. Thermal Effect: When the body is exposed to the freezing temperatures in a cryotherapy chamber, it works hard to maintain its core temperature. This requires energy, leading to an increase in the metabolic rate. The energy used by the body to produce heat in response to the cold can burn calories.
2. After burn Effect: Post-session, the body continues to burn more calories as it returns to its normal temperature. This phenomenon is similar to the ‘after burn’ effect seen after high-intensity interval training (HIIT), where the body continues to burn calories even after the exercise is done.
3. Boost in Norepinephrine: Cryotherapy can lead to an increase in norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter that can boost metabolism and thus calorie burn.

Can It Really Burn up to 800 kcals?

The number of calories one can burn during and after a cryotherapy session can vary based on several factors:

• Individual metabolic rate
• Body composition
• Frequency of sessions
• The exact temperature and duration of the exposure

While some anecdotal reports and promotional materials might claim that individuals can burn up to 800 kcals in a single 3-minute session, scientific research on this exact number is limited. Some studies and experts suggest that the number might be lower, while others support the 500-800 kcals range.

Additional Benefits:

Beyond potential calorie burn, proponents of cryotherapy claim numerous other benefits, such as:

• Reduced inflammation and muscle soreness
• Enhanced muscle recovery
• Improved mood and reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression
• Better sleep
• Boosted immune system

We are located near Chesterfield, to find out more get in touch with us at Cryo Refresh and book in your first Cryotherapy treatment!

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