
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Cold Plunging & Mental Resilience: How 2 Minutes Can Transform Your Mind with Kris Rice
In this insightful episode of Mindful Living, host Sana welcomes Kris Rice, founder and CEO of Chill Pod, a revolutionary cold immersion system designed to help high-achieving women reset their nervous system, boost energy, and reclaim mental well-being—in just two minutes a day.
Kris shares her personal journey of discovering cold therapy during a challenging period in her life. What started as an experiment with a DIY horse trough in her backyard turned into a profound mental and physical transformation. Today, she helps others break past their limiting beliefs and embrace the science-backed benefits of cold plunging.
We discuss the power of cold exposure in regulating stress, improving focus, and enhancing overall wellness. If you've ever been curious about cold therapy, this episode will inspire you to take the plunge!
About Kris Rice:
Kris Rice is a wellness entrepreneur, mother, and advocate for mental resilience. She founded Chill Pod to make cold immersion accessible and effective, particularly for women balancing careers, motherhood, and self-care.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Cold Plunging & Mental Health: Just two minutes of cold immersion can shift your mindset and reduce anxiety.
✅ Dopamine Boost: Cold therapy can increase dopamine levels by 250%, leading to immediate mood enhancement.
✅ Breaking Through Hesitation: Like most people, Kris was initially skeptical—but once she experienced the benefits, she became a strong advocate.
✅ Cold Therapy for Busy Lives: Even with a packed schedule, Kris incorporates cold plunging into her mornings, proving that self-care doesn’t have to be time-consuming.
✅ Practical Tips: Start with a cold shower, immerse just your hands or face in cold water, or use a mild temperature range (50-60°F) before progressing to full immersion.
✅ Listening to Your Body: While cold plunging offers immense benefits, it’s important to ease in and adjust based on personal comfort levels.
Connect with Kris Rice:
Follow on Instagram: @krisricewellness
Learn More About Chill Pod: www.thechillpodco.com
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