Norepinephrine

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Cold Plunge and Cognitive Performance: A Developer's Guide

The neuroscience of cold water immersion for developers: norepinephrine spikes, dopamine elevation, BDNF upregulation, and a protocol for clarity and recovery.

14 March 2026·18 min read

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Cold Exposure and Cognitive Performance for Developers

Cold plunges and cold showers are everywhere in biohacker circles. What research shows about norepinephrine, BDNF, and cognitive gains for knowledge workers.

27 January 2026·10 min read