The effect of precooling on short term performance

The benefits of precooling have been widely studied and are mainly attributed to a smaller rise of body core temperature (Tc) and improved cardiovascular responses in prolonged exercise [1], [2]. Regarding the performance of short-term high-intensity exercise, after precooling, the results are conflicting [3]. The purpose of this study was to examine whether short-term performance could be affected by whole body immersion (at chest level with arms and hands out of the water) for 30 minutes at 16 °C to 18 °C.