Want to build your own Cold Plunge or Ice Bath? I'll walk you through the Ultimate Setup with ideas and product links to help you create an amazing cold water therapy experience.


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// WHY COLD PLUNGE?

The benefits of cold therapy have been practiced for over 1,000 years. More information at https://www.npr.org/sections/healths...


// TEMPERATURE

A good temperature for your cold plunge is around 50°F. No need to go much colder. The benefits like noradrenaline production begin at 60°F water exposure.


// DIAGRAM COLD PLUNGE SETUP WITH PUMP & OZONE GENERATOR

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Zg_f...



// PRODUCT LINKS

*Note: These are what I used with my setup: Whirlpool 14.8 Cu. Ft. Chest Freezer White Model:WZC3115DW. Customize as needed for your own version. Also, prices displayed in video may vary from current market prices.

Sikaflex Nautical Sealant https://amzn.to/3VVv2KG

Pond Armor Paint (Optional) https://amzn.to/3eZLpVM
I used two of the (1.5 quart) kits and had a little left over.

Color Texture Chips (Optional) https://amzn.to/3DtbpSY
* Note: I changed the color chips to blue. Check out the new look    • Tips for Paint & Color Chips | DIY Co...  

Pump/Filter (filter, hoses, extra fittings and inlet cage are included) https://amzn.to/3N1FJas
!!! BETTER PUMP OPTION !!! Watch for updated information, before you get a pump.    • DIY Ultimate Cold Plunge | Pump Issue...  

Ozone Generator https://amzn.to/3D2TtNI
!!! NEVER RUN THE OZONE GENERATOR INDOORS FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME BECAUSE YOU CAN BUILD UP UNSAFE LEVELS!!! I used to only run the ozone for 10 minutes after each use, and a couple more times during the day and night for 5 minutes. Now I recommend using a UV Clarifier instead of an Ozone Generator. It's safer and cheaper. See video    • Ozone vs UV Clarifier | DIY Ultimate ...  

3Prong Plug (to adapt Ozone Generator Power Cord for a standard Receptacle) https://amzn.to/3TUqVfR
• Plug Wiring: Black (hot wire) to the smaller flat blade, White (neutral wire) to the wider flat blade, Green (ground wire) to the round pin. https://photos.app.goo.gl/vfer9SgFnrB...

Venturi Ozone Injector https://amzn.to/3D6j603

3/4" Tubing. (I originally used 5/8" ID tubing and stretch the opening to fit tightly, but 3/4" ID will be easier to use) https://amzn.to/3R7DV3l

Reducers https://www.menards.com/main/plumbing...

Timers. (I changed these to programmable Smart Plugs and a Smart Wall Switch.)
• Smart Plug https://amzn.to/3N34frM
• Smart Wall Switch https://amzn.to/3D45H8F

Cable Tie Mounts https://amzn.to/3grk8Mj

Digital Thermometer https://amzn.to/3zbSc5K

Aquarium Net https://amzn.to/3TyHzBY

Sump Pump Hose to siphon/drain the cold plunge https://amzn.to/3zrgTv4


// BLUE COLOR CHIP OPTION

Some people think the Grey Color Chips look like mold so I recently added another layer of Pond Shield Paint and tried "Blue" Color Chips in a denser pattern. Here's how it looks:    • Tips for Paint & Color Chips | DIY Co...  


// MY MAINTENANCE ROUTINE When water needs to be changed

1. Drain it.
2. Give it a quick wipe, if needed.
3. Change the pump filter, if needed.
4. I like to pour a little peroxide in the pump.
5. Fill it back up with clean water.

Then maybe a couple time a year, run hot water with a little bleach through the system for total sanitization.



!!! BE SAFE: ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE FREEZER HAS NO POWER (IS UNPLUGGED) WHEN YOU ARE USING THE COLD PLUNGE AND REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR LOCK !!!



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I hope this inspires you to create a Cold Plunge for your home.

Warm Regards,
Peter

Voiceover: Peter Deuschle

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