The Well

Elevate Your Health™ with science-backed practices, expert insights, and mindful rituals.

The Confidence-to-Burnout Journey (And How to Break the Cycle)

The Confidence-to-Burnout Journey (And How to Break the Cycle)

Luma co-founder Jaden Brodeur shares how he moved from burnout to fulfillment through simple wellness practices and a shift in mindset.

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Our Favorite Social Posts of 2025

Our Favorite Social Posts of 2025

This year, our community showed up. Day after day, plunge after plunge. You shared your breath, your routines, your resilience. And we couldn’t be more grateful. We saw partners push limits and elevate the practice. We saw everyday users tap...

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What Are You Really Buying When You Choose a Wellness Product?

What Are You Really Buying When You Choose a Wellness Product?

Your wellness purchases reflect your values. Learn to identify brands that prioritize transparency, community, and sustainable practices over hype.

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NHL Hockey Player Alec Martinez

A Stanley Cup Champ Shares Why Health Is a Team Sport

Stanley Cup champion Alec Martinez shares how pro hockey teams turn recovery from an individual task into a powerful team culture advantage.

 

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How Luma’s Founder Built a Water Bottle Business on Behavior, Not Trends

How Luma’s Founder Built a Water Bottle Business on Behavior, Not Trends

How Luma's founder identified an unsolved problem in a saturated market and built a water bottle that actually addresses what customers need.

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Why Sharing Your Struggle Is Your Greatest Business Asset

Why Sharing Your Struggle Is Your Greatest Business Asset

Health is extremely personal — and when we share stories about our health journeys, that can be a game-changer.  When you run a wellness practice, brand, or business, a great way to engage new customers authentically and stand out in...

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Which Viking Cold Plunge Is Right for You?

Which Viking Cold Plunge Is Right for You?

When it comes to resilience, every plunge has its place. Whether you’re just starting your cold therapy journey or looking to go deeper, there’s a Viking made for how you move, recover, and grow. This guide breaks down the features...

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How NHL Champion Alec Martinez Used Cold Plunging to Extend His Career

How NHL Champion Alec Martinez Used Cold Plunging to Extend His Career

NHL Stanley Cup winner Alec Martinez shares his complete athlete recovery protocol — using consistent cold plunging to overcome injuries, regulate his nervous system, and play 17 pro seasons. Includes his 4 key steps + complementary therapies for faster recovery and peak performance.

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Your HSA/FSA Just Got Way More Useful

Your HSA/FSA Just Got Way More Useful

We partnered with Truemed to make it easier to use your HSA or FSA dollars on Nordic Wave products—because cold plunging isn’t just a wellness trend. It’s real recovery. And now, it’s reimbursable.

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Three Questions Every Studio Owner Should Ask Before Adding New Services

Three Questions Every Studio Owner Should Ask Before Adding New Services

Many wellness facilities chase the latest trends, assuming it will help them attract members and get ahead. But in many cases, this doesn’t happen. Facilities add everything from yoga to cold plunges, but these offerings don’t compel members to stick...

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If You Build Community-Driven Wellness Programs, Members Will Come (And Stay)

If You Build Community-Driven Wellness Programs, Members Will Come (And Stay)

An abundance of class types, a full class schedule, and state-of-the-art equipment.  Many wellness facilities believe this is what it takes to compete. They assume that adding everything from yoga to spin to their service menu and offering classes throughout...

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How a Studio Owner Retains 70% of Members Through Holistic Programs

How a Studio Owner Retains 70% of Members Through Holistic Programs

Sean Russel Herman, the founder and owner of holistic wellness studio Musou Movement, has spent nearly two decades combining aerobic movement with recovery offerings. He knows that a new in-studio offering can be a game-changer for your business and your...

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