KALDR Athlete: KIAH LOWE
Welcome to the inaugural edition of our monthly series, KALDR Athlete, where we highlight exceptional athletes and explore how they balance fitness, recovery, and wellness with the help of cold therapy. In each installment, we'll dive into their personal journeys, how they stay active, and the tools they use—like the KALDR cold plunge tub—to recover and maintain peak performance.
This month, we're excited to introduce Kiah, a lifelong athlete and fitness enthusiast who has used cold plunging to help manage injury recovery and stay at the top of her game. Kiah’s journey highlights the importance of both physical and mental wellness and the ongoing battle to find harmony between the two, especially through the use of cold therapy.
Kiah’s Journey as an Athlete
Q: Can you tell us about your journey as an athlete and how your approach to fitness has evolved over time?
Kiah: I played soccer competitively my whole life, but as I have become older, I’m more conscious about functional training and taking care of my body. It’s important to me to train for longevity because I want to continue living an active lifestyle by taking care of my body.
Q: What does staying active look like for you now, and how do you balance different types of training?
Kiah: These days I have a coach who closely monitors my daily steps, cardio, weight training, and diet. We have goals set in place, but how I achieve those goals is up to me. I love playing soccer still and combine that with a bodybuilding style of weight lifting.
Kiah’s evolution as an athlete has shown her that the key to longevity isn’t just about pushing hard in training, but also about balance. For her, maintaining harmony between physical and mental wellness has become a priority, which is why recovery has taken center stage in her routine.
The Role of Cold Therapy in Recovery
Q: What does your recovery process typically involve after an intense training session?
Kiah: I make it a priority to get enough protein each day to help with muscle soreness, foam rolls, and enjoy a cold plunge when I’m feeling that full body soreness. If I’m still sore the next day after a hard training session, I make a point to take the day off from the gym and focus on stretching and light cardio to keep the muscles moving.
In Kiah’s experience, recovery isn’t just about the body—it’s also about resetting the mind. After intense workouts, she uses foam rolling and stretching to release physical tension, but it’s the cold plunge that helps her both physically and mentally. The cold exposure reduces inflammation and eases soreness, allowing her to refocus and recover not only physically but mentally, reinforcing that ongoing battle for balance.
Cold Plunging with KALDR
Q: How has using the KALDR cold plunge tub enhanced your recovery and helped you stay at the top of your game?
Kiah: I recently tore my meniscus, so it’s now even more important that I’m focused on slowing down and recovering. Plunging has really kept the swelling down for me and helped with pain management in my joints.
Cold therapy has been a game-changer for Kiah, especially following her meniscus injury. The KALDR cold plunge tub has helped her manage swelling and pain, making recovery more effective and allowing her to stay active despite her injury. Through cold therapy, Kiah has discovered that it’s not just about treating the physical symptoms but also about finding that harmony between body and mind as she navigates her fitness journey.
Advice for Cold Plunge Newcomers
Q: What would you recommend to athletes who are new to cold plunging or looking to improve their recovery routines?
Kiah: Start slow! Focus on listening to your body. If you’re new to plunging, start with 15-30 seconds and work your way up. Don’t forget to breathe. Have a buddy do it with you.
Kiah’s advice is simple but important: approach cold plunging with patience and intention. Cold therapy can be a shock to the system, but by starting slow and gradually building tolerance, athletes can experience the physical and mental benefits of cold exposure.
Conclusion
Kiah’s story is a powerful reminder that balancing physical and mental wellness is an ongoing challenge, but tools like cold therapy can make a huge difference. Whether it's reducing soreness, managing swelling from an injury, or simply helping to clear the mind, cold plunging with the KALDR cold plunge tub has helped Kiah achieve greater harmony between her body and mind.
Stay tuned for more athlete spotlights in our KALDR Athlete series, where we’ll continue to explore how top athletes integrate cold therapy into their fitness and recovery routines.
