A Glasgow man who struggled with drug and alcohol addiction has told how cold water therapy helped keep him sober. Kenny Neilson, from the Milton area of the city had attempted to take his own life and battled with addiction until quitting the booze and substances in November 2021.
The 40 year old has attributed part of his successful road to recovery to exposing himself to extreme cold conditions. He has since founded cold water therapy group Polar Bear Club which has just opened its doors in the Minerva Street area of the city on Saturday, May 13.
Kenny has opened up about his journey from addict to cold water enthusiast. He told Glasgow Live: "I was sober for five years, then I took a drink.
