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We're on a mission to help people take control of their mental, physical & emotional health. Schedule your plunges, track progress & integrate with wearables.

With the World's First Smart Ice Bath, you can plunge with the power of app technology.

23/12/2024

The final four picks in our Monk's holistic holiday guide are anything but ordinary. Dive in below to discover your next health obsession 🤍

Our final 4 recommendations:

is the first nutrition brand in the world (yep, the world) to be led by the scientific fields of neuroscience and chronobiology. They provide supplements to support your circadian rhythm and regulate your nervous system.

Heard of a 'sound bed'? Possibly not, as OPUS is the first of its kind. Their SoundBed delivers 7 channels of spatial sound and vibration from head to toe, immersing you in a cocoon of sensation and focus on a specific area of the body. Couple this with their audio guides to manage sleep or focus.

Reform RX is on a mission to reinvent and reimagine how the world views reformer Pilates. So they created a Pilates reformer bed that has enhanced functionality and aesthetics (we at Monk can relate to this combo!). It's a fully immersion experience for Pilates users with guided support and classes at the touch of a button.

You've probably heard of Red Light Rising. As one of the oldest red light therapy companies globally (and trusted by professional athletes like England Rugby) Red Light Rising provides high-powered devices – from handheld units to full-body panels – for home users and wellness clinics.

22/12/2024

Cold bath, warm heart 🫶🏽

19/12/2024

🧊 The next four picks in our holistic gift guide are anything but ordinary. Dive into our final lineup below and discover your next health obsession.

We're always searching for brands on the cold face of innovation, sustainability and biohacking. Shout out with your recommendations in the comments 💬

We at Monk love data (well, data and the cold). GlycanAge is a simple, at-home test that reveals how well your body is ageing on the inside. Backed by over 30 years of research, it measures hidden inflammation, helping you understand how lifestyle choices affect overall health. Some of the Monk team are 10+ years younger than their biological age – cool, hey?

we have no idea how the whole world isn't talking about lactoferrin! This powerful nutrient is your festive-season defense against colds and bugs, and Leapfrog's natural remedies bring it to you in a beautiful package. Here’s why it’s a game-changer: lactoferrin prevents viruses and bacteria from entering healthy cells and replicating. Add in its ability to attack bacterial walls directly, and you’ve got a triple-action immune boost.
me We love data and insights. And that's exactly what Omnos offer through their intelligent health system. With a variety of comprehensive tests, they can help you to identify root causes of symptoms and become your healthiest self. Their Wellness 360 test is our favourite – it provides an extensive insight into vital organ function, inflammation, hormonal or mood imbalances, changes in energy, frequent illness, and so much more.

Organs from grass-fed animals are far higher in almost every micro-nutrient than other foods. Oath have made it easy to sneak them into your favourite foods like burgers and sausages, with their range of regeneratively farmed, grass-fed, nose-to-tail products made by hand at London's oldest family-run butcher.

17/12/2024

The doors of our West London Monk Studio are open over the next few weeks! Come down and experience our smart ice bath firsthand – completely free 💦

〰️ Over a personal 45 min session, see our cutting-edge ice bath up close and learn how it works
〰️ Immerse yourself in the benefits of cold water therapy in a relaxed, supportive environment
〰️ Chat with Monk’s founder, Laura, about why cold plunging is a game-changer for your health
〰️ You're welcome to bring a friend and plunge together

🧊 Book via https://calendly.com/laurafullerton/plunge-with-monk

12/12/2024

Wellness is a holistic process (that isn't always cold). The Monk team have selected 12 transformative wellness tools and products we personally use or love to fuel resilience, focus, and freedom.

🤍 These handpicked essentials are made for those who believe in the power of wellbeing and seek to give gifts with true impact.

Here are our first x 4 picks:

Ohsun is the home of happy hydration. It's a pure electrolyte concentrate in a easy pump bottle (and it sits on our desks in the Monk Studio).

Sip into serenity. After a cold plunge, there's nothing like a warming cup of DIRTEA. Whether you need an energy boost with chaga, or a touch of creative inspiration with lion's mane, these functional mushroom blends are packed with the benefits of nature’s finest adaptogens.

We're huge fans of Apollo – a breakthrough wearable created by neuroscientists, which uses gentle sound wave vibrations to reduce stress, improve sleep, and sharpen focus.

Our founder Laura has been wearing RA Optics Blue Blocking glasses for years! They're our secret weapon against artificial light villains at night – like phones, laptops, and overhead LEDs – that mess with your natural circadian rhythm.

👀 Stay tuned. More recommendations coming soon.

11/12/2024

Science-backed. Customer-loved. 30 days to feel amazing – or your money back.

Simply plunge every other day for a month, log your sessions in the Monk App, and experience the transformation. If you don’t see an improvement to your mental or physical health metrics, we’ll give you a full refund.

T&Cs apply.

10/12/2024

Contrast therapy in the comfort of your backyard? Yes please 🔥🧊

04/12/2024

Cold plunging isn't one size fits all. Optimising your cold plunge is crucial to maximising those feel-good benefits.

🧊 Strength/resistance training creates micro-tears in your muscles that rebuild stronger during recovery. While cold exposure reduces soreness, studies suggest delaying it post-workout to support optimal muscle growth.

🏃 Cold immersion helps reduce inflammation and minimise muscle soreness caused by prolonged activity/endurance. By constricting blood vessels, it slows metabolic processes and reduces swelling, helping you bounce back faster after long-distance runs, cycling, or intense cardio.

All you need is 1-3 times per week at 8-10 mins to reap the benefits.

20/11/2024

The idea of plunging into freezing water can be intimidating. People often expect shock, discomfort, or even pain. But the reality? It’s a lot calmer than you might think.

Yes, the initial cold can feel intense. But once you settle in, your body adjusts.

Instead of panic, you’ll feel a surprising sense of calm and focus. Cold water therapy teaches you to slow your breathing, be mindful in the present moment, and find peace amidst the chill. Over time, it’s not just about enduring the cold - it’s about building mental resilience, experiencing a zen-like state, and making real progress in your physical and mental well-being.

18/11/2024

Cold water has become a surprising source of support and sanctuary for many suffering with addiction.

Researchers found that cold water plunging can ⚡️ increase blood concentration of dopamine by 250 per cent ⚡️ (similar to the effects of certain drugs like co***ne). This natural dopamine boost can enhance mood, increase motivation, and promote a sense of well-being.

Could the cold be a sustainable option for healthier management of cravings and emotional highs and lows? It isn't a cure-all, but could definitely serve as a valuable tool in the journey toward recovery, providing a refreshing alternative to substance use.
Sources:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10751106/
unpacks this alongside Dr. Anna Lembke
https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/dr-anna-lembke-understanding-and-treating-addiction

14/11/2024

Monk and spotted in the latest edition of the 🥊 👀

Cold immersion is as much of a mental game as it is physical for many athletes. It’s about learning to control your breathing, quieting the urge to quit, and embracing discomfort. This mental toughness is what champions are made of. Training the mind to face the cold, so the body can tackle anything

10/11/2024

Plunge cold. Sleep hard. 💤

When you immerse yourself in cold water, it activates your parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes relaxation and reduces stress by lowering cortisol levels. This calming effect prepares your body for sleep, helping you unwind both mentally and physically.

Cold exposure also improves circulation and can regulate your body’s core temperature - a key factor in falling asleep faster and staying asleep longer. The natural release of endorphins after a cold plunge can enhance mood, reduce anxiety, and promote deeper, more restorative sleep as well.

Plunge at least 3 hours before bed so the post-plunge adrenaline doesn't keep you from getting some zzz's.

05/11/2024

Imagine being able to track how the cold impacts your mood? Imagine seeing its progress on your stress, anxiety, motivation.

Yeah, no need to imagine for much longer.

The Monk app is launching soon 👀

30/10/2024

Cold exposure could help fight cancer. WE REPEAT. Cold exposure can slow down cancer tumour growth 💥

Most cancers use glycolysis to harness energy for their infinite growth and invasion.
Cold exposure may slow down tumour growth by activating brown adipose tissue (BAT). This process reduces blood glucose, cutting off the energy supply that many cancers rely on through glycolysis.

In this study, tumour-bearing mice exposed to cold conditions showed significant tumour reduction, even in aggressive cancers like pancreatic cancer.

The findings suggest that cold exposure or BAT activation via the cold could be a promising new approach in cancer therapy.

Source: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-022-05030-3

24/10/2024

Hey all, we’re finalising designs for our ✨ new tote bags✨ and would LOVE your thoughts.

We often get asked about Monk merch and we've got some brand spanking new designs to up your street cred.

Comment below or dm us with your favourite designs - 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5? 🤍

22/10/2024

Mark activated 'Zen mode' in 3 minutes during his first plunge.

Imagine what new version of you is yet to be unleashed, on the other side of the cold. All it takes is a frosty dip 🧊 💦

15/10/2024

You step into the cold. Often going against what your body is telling you to do. You submerge and your breath is caught in your chest.

At the same time, your body is triggering the release of endorphins. This is why you're here. That natural "feel-good" chemical. This surge helps reduce pain perception, elevate mood, and combat stress. Your sympathetic nervous system is also stimulated, increasing noradrenaline levels—another key player in regulating emotions and enhancing mental clarity.

Whatever your reason for submerging into the cold, carry it with you in and out of the water. Let the happy effects flow.

10/10/2024

This World Mental Health Day, we wanted to reflect on the benefits of the cold on the mind 🤍

Personally, we've heard some incredible success stories from our Monk community on how the cold improves their stress, anxiety and depressive moods.

Scientifically, cold water therapy is an expanding field of interest in mental health treatment. It's seen growing curiosity and research that confirms the physiological responses - the release of norepinephrine and endorphins - that reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. Acting like anti-depressants. It also activates the vagus nerve, which helps regulate mood and stress levels.

It's thrilling to see CWT become more commonly considered as another tool to combat mental health 🧊

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11 mins per week. That's the golden rule for cold plunging. But the science from Susanna Søberg & Andrew Huberman say it's not as simple as plunging 11 mins in one go. Spreading it out over multiple days/sessions ensures that the cold continues to act as a stimulus. Delivering all the feel good benefits of immunity, mood enhancement and more. . . . #icebath #coldtherapy #coldwatertherapy #coldthermogenesis #coldexposure #coldwaterswimming #breathwork #wimhofmethod #wimhof #painmanagement #natureheals #biohack #biohacking #biohackers #resilience #mentalstrength #holistichealth #wildswimming #discovermonk

At Monk, we believe in the transformative power of cold water therapy. But belief isn’t enough. That’s why our long term goal is to collect and analyse data from our community, with the aim of sharing it with leading scientists and medical journals. Our mission is to bridge the gap between personal experience and scientific validation. By contributing to this research, we can deepen understanding of the physiological and psychological benefits of cold immersion and pave the way for it to become a recognised tool for health and wellness. This isn't a cold moment, it's a cold movement 🧊 . . . #icebath #coldtherapy #coldwatertherapy #coldthermogenesis #coldexposure #coldwaterswimming #breathwork #wimhofmethod #wimhof #painmanagement #natureheals #biohack #biohacking #biohackers #resilience #mentalstrength #holistichealth #wildswimming #discovermonk

Tell us what's better than that post-plunge feeling? We'll wait. 🎉 @jodalton absolutely smashing it! . . . #coldwater #coldwatertherapy #coldwaterswimming #coldwaterimmersion #wildswimming #discovermonk #coldtherapy #community

Shout out to our small but mighty team, board members, advisors and early adopters behind Monk 💪🏽 We are nothing without our community 🤍 Here Monk's founder @laurafullerton reflects with @olley.303 on @what_it_takes_podcast 🎙 . . . #entrepreneurlife #businessowner #coldwatertherapy #femalefounder

You never forget your first time 💦 Here are some newbies stretching out of their comfort zone and absolutely smashing it 💪

"Can I get a round of appalause for my pectoral muscles?" 👏🏽 Claps for that, and claps for another first time plunger reaping the benefits of cold therapy. "Do something that frightens you. This I found to be a terrifying notion. But actually, I'm really quite enjoying it." Whether you're plunging head first or easing your way in, this is where the real growth happens. Making the decision to get wet and get uncomfortable. Cold exposure allows you to push your mental resilience and physical limits 💪 . . . #coldexposure #challengeyourself #mentaltoughness #resilience #wellnessjourney

Big names backing a big vision 💥 Resilience is at the core of everything we do at Monk – and no one embodies that more than @anthonyjoshua "Monk is a wellness innovation that helps me be a better athlete and human. I’ve witnessed the evolution of Monk firsthand, and I see a future where cold water therapy is transformed into an accessible, integrated part of our daily lives. I stand with Monk – not just as an investor, but as a true believer in their mission to become the world leaders in cold water therapy" – AJ There are moments in our journey where we have to pinch ourselves at the incredible investors and backers who’ve chosen to support us. People like AJ (who believed in Monk when it was still a concept), alongside a cohort of super smart people – technologists, multi-billion pound founders, VCs, ex-military, and industry pioneers from brands like Oura Ring, BrewDog, and JP Morgan. Our Crowdcube raise closes today ⚡️ If you've been considering joining The Owners Club alongside AJ and some incredible humans, now's the time to be part of the movement. . . . #crowdcube #crowdfunding #coldwatertherapy #coldwaterswimming

🧊 Monk is a remedy for the afflictions of 21st century living: anxiety, stress, insomnia and inflammation (to name a few). We are saying goodbye to at home ice baths and upgrading to a solution that's sleek & sexy. One that integrates with your data, so you can hack and track your progress. Say hey to the World's First Smart Ice Bath. 💪🏼 Behind Monk is a collective of elite athletes, biohackers, mental health advocates and tech entrepreneurs, all terrified of being average. . . . #icebath #coldtherapy #coldwatertherapy #coldthermogenesis #coldexposure #coldwaterswimming #breathwork #wimhofmethod #wimhof #painmanagement #natureheals #biohack #biohacking #biohackers #resilience #mentalstrength #holistichealth #wildswimming #discovermonk

"I stand with Monk – not just as an investor, but as a true believer in their mission to become the world leaders in cold water therapy“ – Anthony Joshua

Another (amazing) first time plunger 🧊👊🏽 The biggest challenge? The mental game. We love helping people push past their discomfort and gain mental control over their situation. . . . #icebath #coldtherapy #coldwatertherapy #coldthermogenesis #coldexposure #coldwaterswimming #breathwork #wimhofmethod #wimhof #painmanagement #natureheals #biohack #biohacking #biohackers #resilience #mentalstrength #holistichealth #wildswimming #discovermonk

Volume on for this one 🔈 Here's a sneak peak of our app's guided audio journey. Smooth, supportive & so very peaceful. . . . #icebath #coldtherapy #coldwatertherapy #coldthermogenesis #coldexposure #coldwaterswimming #breathwork #wimhofmethod #wimhof #painmanagement #natureheals #biohack #biohacking #biohackers #resilience #mentalstrength #holistichealth #wildswimming #discovermonk

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