Water quality, and how to keep your plunge clean and running smoothly.
Sponsored disclosure: This article is written by John Richter, owner of Cold Plunge Connection. I sell the ARC 50P ozone generator and am an affiliate for the APEX86 filtration system. Both are referenced in this article because they are genuinely relevant to the decision you are trying to make. My affiliate relationships are disclosed so you…
Sponsored disclosure: This article is sponsored by me, John Richter, owner of Cold Plunge Connection. I sell the ARC-50P ozone generator, which was designed specifically for DIY cold plunge water sanitation. You can find it here: https://chestfreezercoldplunge.com/product/arc-50p-ozone-generator/ The false sense of clean Here is a problem I have watched play out hundreds of times in…
Clear water is not the same as clean water. If your plunge turns cloudy, a teaspoon of clarifier can make it look perfect overnight. It’s great to get a quick win, but can may only be covering up a bigger problem. This guide covers what clarifiers do, when they help, when they hurt, and how…
Sometimes, we need to take a break from our cold water immersion practice. This might be because of an illness, a vacation, or we just need a break. Take a break?! I know, sacrilege. Not everyone needs a daily cold plunge, and tuning into your body’s needs is important, but that’s a topic for another…
If you love using your cold plunge, but hate the amount of time and testing that it takes to use chemicals to keep it clean, you might be considering using ozone or ultraviolet (UV) light instead. There are pros and cons to both, and this article will help you help you make an informed decision….
Many people are interested in maximizing the benefits while they are practicing cold water immersion. Some people meditate, use red light therapy, and grounding/earthing their water. One topic that comes up pretty regularly is about using Epsom salts in your cold plunge. Common Reasons Given for Adding Epsom Salts Before we go over the downsides,…
Keeping Your Water Clean Three things are needed for clean water: One of the simplest and inexpensive ways to create circulation and filtration is to use a submersible aquarium pump and filter. The Marineland Magnum Polishing Pump and Filter worked well from 2018 up until around 2022. If you have one, and have filters for…