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From ice bath fans for ice bath fans
For years, we've been swimming in the icy Swiss waters during the winter. Ice swimming has improved our physical and mental health, changing our lives in the process. To make the many benefits of ice swimming accessible to as many people as possible, we founded BE BRAVE. The market offerings were frustrating. If it didn't exist, we simply created it ourselves. With us, you not only get a well-designed product, but also personal, reliable support from the Bernese Oberland, our own repair workshop in Oensingen, and a two-year warranty. And you can easily test all of this for 14 days free of charge in the comfort of your own home.
Choose the right ice bath for you & your home
Discover our robust ice bath models made of PVC or wood: The ice bath tubs ( The Horizon & The Tub ) and the ice barrel ( The Peak & The Barrel ). All ice baths are available as a complete set with a powerful cooling unit, non-slip and absorbent mat, and disinfectant, or simply as an ice bath basin without accessories.
Ice barrel made of Swiss wood «The Barrel»
Ice tub made of Swiss wood «The Tub»
Your benefits with BE BRAVE
Swiss quality
To offer you the best deal, we have our own ice bath workshop in Oensingen.
Personal & reliable
Do you have questions or need help? We are happy to assist you personally by phone, WhatsApp or email.
From ice bath fans to you
We are ourselves convinced users of ice baths and are constantly developing our offering.
0 risk for you
You can test our ice baths risk-free and free of charge for 14 days. After that, you have a two-year warranty.
Flexible payment
With us, you have the option to pay once or in installments via Paypal, credit card, Twint or invoice.
Order today, delivered tomorrow
Nothing stands in the way of your quick ice bath start thanks to delivery on the next working day.
Ice swimming will change your life
BE BRAVE for your body
regeneration
Kickstart your recovery with BE BRAVE. Our ice bath helps reduce muscle inflammation and soreness after your most strenuous adventures. Feel the rush as cold water constricts your blood vessels, flushes out metabolic waste products like lactic acid, and accelerates muscle regeneration. This isn't just recovery; it's getting your body ready for the next challenge.
Lombardi, G., Ziemann, E., & Banfi, G. (2017). Whole-body cryotherapy in athletes: From therapy to stimulation. An updated review of the literature. Frontiers in Physiology, 8, 258.
blood circulation
Give your body an energy boost with every dive. The icy cold of the BE BRAVE pools forces your blood to flow more forcefully, improving the supply of oxygen and nutrients to your organs and tissues. It's more than just a way to cool down – it's a vital boost for your body's most important systems and promotes cardiovascular health.
Tavares F, Simões M, Matos B, Smith TB, Driller M (2020): The Acute and Longer-Term Effects of Cold Water Immersion in Highly-Trained Volleyball Athletes During an Intense Training Block.
metabolism
Cold exposure with BE BRAVE not only cools you down, but also boosts your calorie burn by activating brown adipose tissue, which generates heat and burns energy. Test subjects showed the effect after just six weeks of daily exposure of two minutes at 15 degrees Celsius. Regular ice bathing also improves insulin sensitivity, which has a positive effect on metabolism.
BE BRAVE for your mind
drive
Dive into a clearer mind with BE BRAVE. Each dive isn't just a shock to your system—it's a catalyst. BE BRAVE awakens your inner drive and helps you push beyond your limits. With each ice bath, you focus your thoughts and expand your mind. This isn't just a routine—it's a journey to discover your true potential.
Shevchuk, N.A., & Radoja, U. (2007). Possible use of repeated cold stress for reducing fatigue in chronic fatigue syndrome
Stress reduction
Demonstratedly, every ice bath reduces your stress levels. Just three minutes is enough to reduce the sympathetic response (responsible for the fight-or-flight response) and increase parasympathetic activity (which calms the body). BE BRAVE is your secret weapon in the tireless pursuit of peace and serenity amidst the hectic pace of everyday life.
Lunt HC, Barwood MJ, Corbett J, Tipton MJ. 'Cross-adaptation' (2010): habituation to short repeated cold-water immersions affects the response to acute hypoxia in humans. J Physiol.
Sleep
Discover the secret to deep sleep. The cold is a reset button for your body. Experience deeper, more restorative sleep as your body learns to relax and regenerate with BE BRAVE. It's not just sleep—it's a nightly renewal for tomorrow's adventures.
Chauvineau M, Pasquier F, Guyot V, Aloulou A, Nedelec M (2021): Effect of the Depth of Cold Water Immersion on Sleep Architecture and Recovery Among Well-Trained Male Endurance Runners.
Experience the power of cold in the community
At the events you have the opportunity to get to know us personally and become part of the BE BRAVE community.
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