While the initial shock of cold water can be intense, the long-term benefits make it a notable addition to health routines.

Dozens of daring plungers are making a difference on this St. Patrick’s Day. Dozens of people woke up at the crack of dawn to ...

Scantily clad shrine parishioners throw icy cold water on himself during the annual cold-endurance festival at Kanda Myojin Shinto shrine in Tokyo, Jan. 18. (AP Photo) ...

A kayaker fishing on a river in Massachusetts saved two black labs that had fallen into the icy water. Zach Lalonde was ... Because the river was still freezing cold, and I mean they were swimming ...

The participants sprung up out of the icy cold water, gasping in shock as they adjusted to the warmer air. Shaking off the droplets, they rushed to grab towels with smiles on their faces. The cold ...