Wild swimming and cold-water immersion have exploded in popularity. A 2024 RCT found that twice-weekly cold-water immersion reduced depressive symptoms by 30% over eight weeks — comparable to low-dose antidepressants.

Wild swimming and cold-water immersion have exploded in popularity. A 2024 RCT found that twice-weekly cold-water immersion reduced depressive symptoms by 30% over eight weeks — comparable to low-dose antidepressants.