In this conversation, Angel Howard interviews Kris Rice, the founder of ChillPod, a luxury cold immersion system. Kris shares her journey from a long corporate career at Cisco to creating a product that promotes wellness through cold plunging. The discussion covers the health benefits of cold immersion, including its effects on dopamine and cortisol levels, and how it can help with mental health. Kris also explains the manufacturing process of ChillPod and the importance of feedback from users. The conversation concludes with insights on the significance of water in wellness and how to connect with ChillPod.

Takeaways

• Kris Rice transitioned from a corporate career to entrepreneurship.
• ChillPod is designed to make cold plunging more accessible and appealing.
• Cold immersion can significantly boost dopamine levels and lower cortisol.
• Kris's personal experience with cold plunging led her to create ChillPod.
• The manufacturing process involved multiple iterations and feedback.
• Cold plunging can help with mental health and stress management.
• Dopamine spikes from cold plunging can create a new baseline for mood.
• Contrast therapy with sauna and cold plunge can enhance detoxification.
• Listening to your body is crucial for wellness practices.
• ChillPod aims to provide a convenient cold immersion experience at home.

Today's guest, Kris Rice, can be found online at:

Website: https://thechillpod.co/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisricewellness/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-rice-chillpod/

ChillPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechillpod.co/

Your host, Angel Howard, can be found online at:

Website: https://angelhoward.co/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howard-angel/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@angelhowardissuescoach

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelhowardofficial/

Keywords

ChillPod, cold immersion, wellness, Kris Rice, health benefits, dopamine, cortisol, mental health, self-care, entrepreneurship