Instructions
Alternating showers at first sounds like overcoming it, but those who alternate between hot and cold showers quickly get used to it and do not want to miss the invigorating feeling. When taking an alternating shower, you should start with hot water.Set a warm temperature (between approx. 39 and 42 degrees) for a few minutes to allow blood vessels to dilate first.
After a few minutes, set a colder temperature (between about 14 and 18 degrees). You can gradually increase the temperature differences to get used to the alternating shower. Always start with the cold water on the feet, then on the legs, arms, then the upper body and finally on the head. How often you change between warm and cold water (e.g. 4-8 times) is up to you. Finish the alternating shower with cold water and dry yourself well.
Duration
How long you use the alternating shower can be decided individually and adapted to your normal showering time. You should change the temperature at least 3 times and hold the respective temperature for about one minute.
How often can I use alternating showers?
You should use the alternating shower daily and over a longer period of time to achieve the desired effects.
Side effects/risks
Although alternating showers mainly have positive effects, there are exceptions where caution is required or alternating showers should be avoided altogether. If you suffer from circulation problems, you should carefully get used to alternating showers and avoid large temperature differences at first. Take care not to overtax your body and circulation.
You should avoid showering your chest and not go higher than your hips with the cold water jet. If you suffer from heart disease, you should always avoid alternating showers. You should seek medical advice before the first use if you are circulatory unstable or suffer from heart disease.
