Shrimp Platoon Cold Water Therapy

13/06/2026

Another brilliant session. Couple of new faces today too - well done lads, well done to everyone 💙

Next weekend is the solstice so we’ll be dipping Saturday and Sunday ❤️

22/05/2026

Tomorrows dip (23/05/26) will be in honour of the amazing Majjie Margaret Lewis who passed 3 years ago today. She was a member of our little group, and she looked forward to joining us on a Saturday, even when she wasn’t well.
We will be joined by some of the ships company from HMS Middleton - which she would’ve absolutely loved. Mags was as anchor faced as me ❤️
See you all in the car park next to Sue’s Cafe (SR6 0PL) from 0745hrs ready to get in the sea at 0800hrs

25/04/2026

This morning, we did something a little bit different - thanks to H3O Beach Saunas

Fab morning - even the lemongrass couldn’t spoil it (although I did think I’d melted my eyelashes off 🤪🤣)

25/04/2026

Sharing this again. He’s a local lad, let’s get him home safe xx

BEACON UPDATE: FOUND

Jon, whom we recently reported missing from the Washington area, has been located safe and well. Thank you to everyone who shared this alert and helped bring about a positive result.

20/04/2026

Due to work/family commitments on Saturday, it was a solo effort from Smudge. Well done shipmate Paul Smith

16/04/2026

Why do we do it? Apart from a good laugh and mint bants?

Cold water therapy—ranging from ice baths to cold showers—is widely popular for its ability to accelerate muscle recovery, boost mood, and improve circulation. While much of the evidence is still developing and often based on small studies, researchers have identified several potential physical and mental health benefits.

Physical Recovery and Performance 🫶🏼
Reduced Muscle Soreness (DOMS): Immersion in cold water (typically 10–15°C) after exercise can significantly reduce delayed-onset muscle soreness and fatigue by constricting blood vessels and numbing nerve endings.

Faster Cooldown 🫶🏼
Cold water immersion is a proven, life-saving method for rapidly lowering core body temperature in cases of heat stroke or intense overheating from exercise.

Mental Health & Well-being 🫶🏼👌😍
Mood Elevation: The "cold shock" triggers a surge in feel-good neurotransmitters like dopamine (up to 250%) and endorphins, which can leave you feeling energized, alert, and inspired.

Stress Resilience 🫶🏼
Regular exposure may help "train" your nervous system to handle stress more effectively. Over time, it can lead to lower baseline levels of cortisol (the stress hormone).

Depression and Anxiety Support 🫶🏼😍👌
Some studies suggest that daily cold showers or weekly open-water swimming may alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Immune System Support 🫶🏼
There is evidence that regular cold exposure can increase white blood cell counts. One notable Dutch study found that people who took daily cold showers took 29% fewer sick days.

Metabolic Boost 🫶🏼
Exposure to cold activates brown adipose tissue (BAT), which burns calories to generate heat (thermogenesis), potentially aiding in metabolic health and weight management.
Improved Circulation: The cycle of blood vessels constricting (vasoconstriction) in the cold and dilating (vasodilation) when warming up helps oxygen and nutrients reach tissues more efficiently.

Listen to your body 👍🏼
Immersion typically lasts between 1 to 10 minutes; staying in too long increases the risk of hypothermia or cold shock.

Consult a Professional: If you have heart or lung conditions, high blood pressure, or Raynaud's syndrome, it is critical to speak with a doctor before starting.

13/04/2026

☕️ 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝘄 & 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸!

The Foundation of Light’s Brew & Banter sessions return this week and we’d love to see you there.

Join Dave at these relaxed social groups for veterans, a great chance to grab a warm brew, have a chat, and spend time with other veterans in a friendly and welcoming environment.

𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:

Monday
🕔 5pm – 7pm
📍 Beacon of Light, Sunderland

Thursday
🕙 10am – 12pm
📍 The Venue, Stanley

Whether you fancy a catch up, a bit of banter, or just getting out of the house for a brew, you’re always welcome.

See you there ☕️ 🫡