The reason to do deliberate cold exposure is not to burn fat etc. It’s b/c if done safely,

Well SupportedMany individuals who practice deliberate cold exposure report an increased capacity to focus and a reduced need for caffeine.

Not SupportedCold exposure should not be performed within 4-8 hours after weight training, but can be done before.

Well SupportedUncomfortably cold showers, lasting 2-4 minutes and performed 4-7 times per week, are a good starting point for cold exposure.

Partially SupportedCold exposure, when performed safely, serves as resilience work and improves subjective well-being for several hours.