Braving subzero temperatures, Moscovites are flocking to the frozen Moscow River this winter to try ice floating – a chilling-yet-trendy practice where participants float in icy water wearing rescue wetsuits. 🌊 The activity, which combines weightless relaxation with extreme cold exposure, has gone viral across Russia this February as temperatures hover around -20°C.
While icy hotspots like Murmansk and Lake Baikal have long drawn thrill-seekers, the trend has now reached the capital. "It's like meditation, but with adrenaline," says local participant Alina Petrova, 28. "You forget the cold and just… float." ❄️
Health experts note the practice may boost mental clarity through controlled stress response, though they emphasize safety gear like thermal suits is non-negotiable. With social media feeds full of #IceFloating selfies, this frosty wellness trend shows no signs of melting away soon. 💪
