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

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

June 8, 2026 · 55 min · Season 8 · Episode 19

About this episode

Dr. Brad Cooper explores the science behind popular wellness practices and distinguishes between effective recovery tools and marketing hype.

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 r...

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