The video discusses the benefits of exposing the body to stressors such as sauna and cold exposure. These types of stressors are known as “hormetic stressors” and have been shown to have positive effects on overall health and fitness.
Two actionable takeaways from the video are:
Cold exposure, such as cryotherapy, can increase the amount of brown adipose tissue in the body, which can lead to weight loss.
Sauna and cold exposure can improve athletic performance and recovery. However, the timing of the stressor and the type of exercise performed should be considered.