Ever wondered why you love a hot yoga class but run from cold water therapy, or vice versa? The experts explain why we prefer a hot or cold workout, and if that can change. 

Are your hormones to blame for hating cold water exposure?

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Do our hormones make us feel hotter at certain points?

Do our hot/cold preferences change as we age?

Hot workouts may feel easier during the first half of our cycle

Should we ever push ourselves to exercise beyond our temperature comfort zone?

Our hormones have huge sway over temperature regulation.

Can’t stand having a cold shower but love hot yoga? Blame your hormones