Ilves football players recommend Avantopool cold plunges: “the excellent recovery tools for athletes and fitness enthusiasts”

Ilves football proudly finished third in last season’s Veikkausliiga, Finland’s top professional football league where the nation’s best clubs compete for the championship.

For Ilves, packed match schedules, high-intensity training sessions, and frequent double workouts are part of everyday life. In such a demanding environment, effective recovery isn’t just important – it’s essential. That’s where Avantopool’s cold plunges have become a true game-changer.

We spoke with the players and the team’s strength and conditioning coach, Heli Rekimies, about how Kinos ice baths have influenced their recovery and daily training. Their message was clear and unanimous: cold immersion has become an indispensable part of the team’s performance routine.

Cold plunges as an everyday routine – not just a post-match luxury

llves football players use Avantopool’s Kinos ice baths after every home match, especially during weeks with multiple games. However, the habit extends far beyond matchdays: many players also step into the tub after regular training sessions. On double-training days, the cold plunges are in constant use.

Faster recovery, both mentally and physically

When asked whether recovery from matches and training sessions had improved after starting to use cold plunges, the players’ answer was a clear yes. They felt that mental recovery was faster and that they felt more refreshed after each dip. Many described the post-plunge feeling as “euphoric and calm.”

Regarding muscle soreness, players reported reduced pain and a quicker release of muscle tightness, making it easier to transition into the next training day.

When asked about the biggest benefit they had gained from using the cold plunges, players highlighted improved recovery during congested match schedules and after double training sessions.

Avantopool is a part of shared Ilves recovery culture

Even though recovery is highly individual, Kinos cold plunges have become part of the team’s shared habits. Everyone has tried them, and most players now use them regularly.
Strength & conditioning coach Heli says the tubs became part of team routines immediately after installation.

From a coaching perspective, the benefits are clear:
“Using the tubs the day after a match has become a key part of the recovery protocol and helps players return to normal training faster. Avantopool’s ice baths are user-friendly, and the players can easily adjust time and temperature to suit their individual needs.”

Ilves players trust Avantopool for recovery and performance

When asked whether they would recommend Avantopool cold plunges to other athletes and fitness enthusiasts, the answer was a resounding yes. Ilves players see Avantopool as an excellent recovery tool and recommend it to fellow athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Avantopool ice baths are valued for aiding recovery, managing workload, and boosting mental freshness. They support both matchdays and training sessions, becoming a natural part of a modern performance routine.

Cold immersion has found its place in the Ilves locker room – and has become one of the team’s subtle secrets for sustaining performance.