{"product_id":"long-pod-ice-bath","title":"Long Pod Ice Bath – Chiller Ready","description":"\u003c!-- ============================================================\n     LONG POD ICE BATH — Full Long Description + Specifications\n     Structure: What it's for \/ How it works \/ Designed for everyday use\n                \/ Storage and space \/ Good to know \/ Specifications\n     URL: \/products\/long-pod-ice-bath\n     ============================================================ --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCold exposure for people treating recovery as part of training itself — not just trying it once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt 120cm long, the Long Pod allows you to recline with legs fully extended. The horizontal lay-back design creates a more controlled immersion posture than upright tubs — better for sustained sessions, more comfortable for taller users, and more practical for structured cold therapy as a regular practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo integrated rear ports accept connections to compatible external chillers. Start with ice. Upgrade to active temperature control when your setup calls for it. This is structured cold therapy with room to scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCold water therapy works best when temperature holds. The multi-layer insulated wall construction — outer nylon shell, thermal insulation layer, waterproof barrier, inner PVC liner — slows heat transfer and maintains colder water throughout sessions without constant ice top-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe horizontal oval design (120cm × 60cm × 55cm) balances extended legroom with a compact overall footprint. A reinforced frame and support structure stabilise the base. The inflatable thermal top ring adds comfort and structural integrity during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo integrated rear ports are built into the structure and can be adapted for compatible external water chillers — giving you more consistent water temperature, reduced reliance on ice, and greater control over session temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ports remain sealed when not in use. The chiller itself is sold separately; the Long Pod provides the infrastructure to integrate one when your setup is ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for everyday use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSetup is tool-free and takes under ten minutes. Integrated panels and support rods secure the frame, the top ring inflates with the included manual pump, and the drainage tap attaches before filling. If connecting a chiller, the rear ports adapt without additional tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 120cm × 60cm footprint works in a bathroom, garden, utility space, or home gym — anywhere with drainage access. Cold water and ice are the only consumables for standalone use. The bottom outlet tap and detachable pipe make emptying straightforward. A carry bag and external dust cover are included for sessions away from home or periods between use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSuited to regular movers training multiple times per week, taller users who find standard round tubs restrictive, and home recovery setups planning to integrate active temperature control over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage and space\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDisassembles fully between sessions. The insulated shell, support rods, and top ring break down to a compact form that packs into the included carry bag. No permanent installation, no dedicated space required between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen in use: 120cm × 60cm footprint, 55cm height. When stored: packed into carry bag. The drain tap, pipe, pump, and patch kit store inside the bag alongside the pod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCold water therapy works well on its own. It works better as part of a structured recovery approach — particularly when alternated with heat for contrast therapy. For the reasoning behind why the transition between heat and cold creates a more deliberate recovery signal, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/funandsport.co.uk\/blogs\/playbook\/contrast-therapy-recovery\"\u003ewhy contrast therapy works for recovery\u003c\/a\u003e covers it. For a full post-training routine that includes cold exposure, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/funandsport.co.uk\/blogs\/playbook\/post-training-recovery-ritual\"\u003ehow to build a post-training recovery routine\u003c\/a\u003e is where to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/funandsport.co.uk\/products\/home-steam-sauna\"\u003ehome steam sauna\u003c\/a\u003e is the natural pairing for contrast therapy at home. For a compact entry-point option, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/funandsport.co.uk\/products\/portable-ice-bath\"\u003eportable ice bath\u003c\/a\u003e is the smaller alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStructural support rods\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual air pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInflatable thermal top cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExternal dust cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarry bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrain tap and water pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRepair patch kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChiller unit sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontal oval lay-back immersion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 370–400L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWall Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-layer insulated — outer nylon shell, thermal insulation layer, waterproof barrier, inner PVC liner\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom outlet tap with detachable pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChiller Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual rear ports adaptable for compatible chillers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tool-free setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fun \u0026 Sport","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43073534558326,"sku":null,"price":184.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/9940\/7222\/files\/long-pod-ice-bath-front-view-120x60.webp?v=1771450764","url":"https:\/\/funandsport.co.uk\/products\/long-pod-ice-bath","provider":"Fun \u0026 Sport","version":"1.0","type":"link"}