Whoever said you have to leave your home and go to an exotic destination to get the benefits of a vacation never owned a hot tub.  Vacations are short-lived so if you’re looking for a way to get all the benefits of a vacation without the rigamarole and expense of traveling, look for further than your backyard!  Outdoor hot tubs have been proven to provide numerous health benefits including reducing stress and pain, promoting relaxation, sleeping better, improving your health, increasing circulation, and elevating your physical and mental wellbeing overall.1 With benefits like these it is clear that hot tubs are more than just a luxurious addition to any home, so let’s take a closer look at some of the unique benefits of soaking in a hot tub. 

Relaxation & Stress Relief 

There’s nothing quite like slipping into the soothing warmth of your hot tub to relax and unwind from the stresses of everyday life. Whether it’s after a long day at work or during a weekend get-together with friends and family, studies have shown that soaking in hot water can release endorphins—the body’s natural feel-good hormones—which can help reduce stress levels and promote feelings of relaxation. If you want to take these health benefits to the next level you can boost the effect of relaxing in your hot tub by including soft music, atmospheric lighting, or even using essential oils for aromatherapy. Hot tubs are great place to take some time for yourself to self-reflect, meditate, or even read and they have the added benefit of being able to bring people together by providing an ideal opportunity for socializing with friends on the weekends.

Improved Sleep Quality 

The Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neurology found that hot tubs can benefit those suffering from insomnia or other forms of sleep deprivation through 90 minutes of passive body heating where study participants found a significant increase in sleep quality after only two consecutive days of soaking in a hot tub before bed.2 Not only does engaging in regular hot tub use before bedtime improve your sleep quality but it has also been linked to improved heart rate variability (HRV), which is one of the most reliable methods used to quantify heart health.  Imagine what it would mean to have the luxury of enjoying these benefits in the comfort of your own backyard and how improved sleep and heart health could improve your life! 

Pain Relief & Improved Circulation     

Soaking in a hot tub can be immensely beneficial to those dealing with chronic pain or inflammation, whether it be due to simple muscle tension and joint stiffness, or something more complex like Fibromyalgia people all over the world are experiencing some relief from their chronic pain by regularly soaing in a hot tub.3 The buoyancy provided by warm water helps reduce pressure on joints while promoting increased circulation throughout the body by dilating blood vessels. Furthermore, heat therapy can increase oxygen delivery throughout the body while helping muscles repair themselves faster following strenuous activity or injury.  

Don’t have time for a long soak?  No worries!  In 2003 the Canadian Medical Association published a study that found that just 10 minutes of immersion in a hot tub may reduce your blood pressure.4 Who could argue that a hot tub is just a “luxury” when there is such compelling evidence supporting the mental and physical effects of soaking in a hot tub?

In short, there are countless ways that regular hot tub use can benefit both physical and mental wellbeing alike. Whether you want to relax after a long day at work or ease sore muscles after a strenuous workout, investing in a high-quality hot tub could be one of the best investments you make when it comes to improving your overall well being. So if you’re ready to get started on your journey towards improved mind/body balance, be sure to check out our selection of stunningly designed luxury hot tubs today!

Citations:

• Pietrangelo A. Hot Tub Benefits: 7 Health Benefits of Soaking in a Hot Tub. Healthline. Published December 8, 2020. Accessed January 19,2023. https://www.healthline.com/health/hot-tub-benefits

1. Dorsey CM, Lukas SE, Teicher MH, et al. Effects of Passive Body Heating on the Sleep of Older Female Insomniacs. Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neurology. 1996;9(2):83-90. doi:10.1177/089198879600900203. Published April, 1996. Accessed January 19, 2023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8736588/ 

1. Silva KMOM, Tucano SJP, Kümpel C, Castro AAM de, Porto EF. Effect of hydrotherapy on quality of life, functional capacity and sleep quality in patients with fibromyalgia. Revista Brasileira De Reumatologia. 2012;52(6):851-857. Published December 2005. Accessed January 19, 2023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23223696/

1. Shin TW, Wilson M, Wilson TW. Are hot tubs safe for people with treated hypertension? CMAJ : Canadian Medical Association journal = journal de l’Association medicale canadienne. 2003;169(12):1265-1268. Published December 9, 2003. Accessed March 1, 2019. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC280579/