New Delhi, Feb. 5 -- Once you are done with a good run or sweating it out in the gym, what's the first thing you do? Do you just sit and relax, have water, or reach out for a towel and hit the shower? If showering is one of your post-workout habits, you should know that the temperature matters. Cold or hot-both can be refreshing and help to clean off sweat and dirt. However, the choice between these two can make a difference in your recovery. So, should you go for a hot or cold shower after a workout? Each option has its benefits as well as drawbacks but one may be slightly better than the other.

What are the benefits of taking a cold shower after a workout?

If your water is about 10 degrees celsius, it will be considered a cold shower....