Cortisol & Cold Plunges: Good or Bad Stress?

Cold exposure activates your stress response — but is that a bad thing?In this video, Dr. Susanna Søberg, PhD in Metabolism and founder of the Søberg Institute, explains what really happens to cortisol during a cold plunge. You’ll learn why cortisol isn’t the “enemy” — it’s an essential hormone that gives you energy, focus, and resilience — and how cold exposure helps regulate it.Dr. Søberg also breaks down what happens once your body adapts to cold exposure, how timing matters (morning vs evening), and what women should consider during different phases of the hormonal cycle. What You’ll Learn• What cortisol actually does — and why we need it• How cold plunges affect cortisol levels short- and long-term• The difference between healthy and chronic stress• What happens once you adapt to cold exposure• Practical timing tips for women• How to build resilience without burning out your system________________________________________Join the ConversationWhat part of cold exposure do you want to understand better — adaptation, metabolism, or stress?Comment below and let me know.Subscribe – it’s free, and you’ll never miss an episode.________________________________________Follow Dr. Søberg atWebsite: https://soeberginstitute.com/ Instagram   / susanna_soeberg   Facebook   / susannasoeberg   Twitter https://x.com/SusannaSberg1 TikTok   / susanna_soeberg  LinkedIn   / susanna-s%c3%b8berg-phd-9a924717   ________________________________________DISCLAIMERThe content in this podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.