Catherine the Great’s Ice Bath Addiction
Catherine the Great, empress of Russia, had a peculiar love for ice-cold baths. Regardless of season, she would bathe in frigid water, believing it would keep her youthful and vigorous. This was long before anyone talked about “cold plunges” on TikTok.
While her doctors often warned against it, Catherine swore by the rejuvenating effects. Some say the practice contributed to her long reign and sharp mind. Whether it worked or not, Catherine’s commitment to wellness makes her one of history’s earliest (and most hardcore) wellness influencers.
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