Sommer Ray dips her bikini body in ice-cold water!
The social media sensation returned to her Instagram page and posted a video via her Stories, which showed her latest activity. Ray took on a freezing challenge while clad in her tiny two-piece.
Flashing Ample Cleavage
The 26-year-old was makeup free for the activity and pulled her blonde locks into a bun. Her brown bikini top had a scooped neckline that bared her décolletage and narrow shoulder straps that highlighted her toned arms. The cutout in the center showcased ample cleavage, which was enhanced by the tightness of the garment.
Ray sported a matching pair of bottoms which were just as scanty. They boasted a low-cut waistband, which highlighted her taut stomach. The number also drew attention to her curvy hips, thanks to the extremely high leg cuts, which exposed plenty of skin.
Braving The Cold Water
For the day, Ray opted to wear several accessories, including dainty hoop earrings, a bangle, and rings.
The video saw Ray lowering her body into the black tub filled with cold water. She kept her face down to her neck dry while also holding her stance by resting her arms and hands on the edges.
According to Ray, she spent “3 mins in the cold plunge.”
In a previous photo shared to her Stories, ray revealed that she went to Dr. Refresh Med Spa in West Hollywood, California.
Cold Plunge Health Benefits
As per the spa, an ice bath has many benefits.
“A daily cold bath will benefit your health and well-being in numerous ways,” their post read. “The key is to do it on a daily basis. This isn’t something you do once a week; you need everyday cold exposure to reap the full benefits. The following advantages have all been investigated by certified scientists and have proven to be effective:
1. Increases dopamine production by 300%.
2. Boosts immune function.
3. Reduces inflammation.
4. Increases metabolism and aids weight loss.
5. Improves recovery
6. Accelerates lymphatic drainage.
7. Reduces stress.
8. Boosts thermogenesis (control your own heat).
9. Improved blood sugar regulation.”
Dipping The Whole Body For Best Results
Although Ray didn’t include her head in her cold plunge session, the spa explained that “Submerging your whole body as you get into the ice bath will help you get the most out of your experience.”
They added, “The total-body dip exposes the whole body, thyroid and back of the neck to the cold, which elicits a more dramatic maximal hormonal response. After the initial dip, you can also dip your face in periodically throughout the plunge, which continues to send a dramatic message into the nervous system, ensuring that you get the benefits that you are after.”
Other Big Names
Ray is not the only celebrity that has tried the cold plunge. As reported by The Fitness Tribe, Lady Gaga loves to take an ice bath for 10 minutes as part of her pre- and post-show routine.
Chris Hemsworth is also a fan of the wellness routine. On a press tour, the actor claimed to have “been doing a lot of cold showers recently.”
For him, “it’s like cold water therapy.”
As for model Miranda Kerr, she starts “every single day” with a cold shower as “it’s basically good for everything.”
