Effect of hot water immersion on acute physiological responses following resistance exercise

Purpose: Hot water immersion (HWI) is a strategy theorised to enhance exercise recovery. However, the acute physiological responses HWI following resistance are yet be determined. Methods: The effect of on intramuscular temperature (IMT), muscle function, soreness and blood markers cell disruption inflammatory processes after was assessed. Sixteen trained males performed exercise, followed by either 10 min at 40°C or passive recovery (PAS). Results: Post-intervention, increase in IMT all depths greater for compared PAS, however this difference had disappeared 1 h post 2 cm, depth 3 cm. There were no differences between groups any markers. Conclusion: These results suggest that viable means heat therapy support exercise. Recovery function independent changes associated with HWI.