Episode 117 - Temperature Therapy and Cold Exposure with Ryan Markham and Dr. Jon Power

Looking to improve your health with temperature therapy? In this week's episode of our podcast, we explore the fascinating world of hot and cold therapy, and the ways it can benefit our health.Our first guest is Ryan Markham, owner of Markham Works.
Ryan shares with us his knowledge on the benefits of sauna and hot and cold contrast bathing. He explains how heat therapy can help us relax, alleviate pain, and improve our overall well-being. Ryan also discusses the effectiveness of alternating between hot and cold temperatures for improving blood circulation, immune system function, and stress reduction.
In the second half of the episode, we speak with Jon Power, a Thermophysiologist from the National Research Council. Jon sheds light on the dangers of cold exposure in its extremest form, including cold shock and hypothermia. He also shares tips on how to stay safe while enjoying winter activities in Canada.
Join us as we learn from our experts about the fascinating world of temperature therapy, and the ways it can help us improve our health. Available on all streaming platforms and VOCM.com!