Slipping into a hot tub during summer is a good way to cool off. But a hot tub can be a great companion during the cold winter months, when the temperature outside is chilly. You don’t need a fireplace and mountains of blankets when you can soak in the warm and pampering waters of your concrete hot tub!
During winter, heated water can relax the body and bring you solace from the cold air around you. Spending time in a heated hot tub is not only enjoyable but also therapeutic.
What are the health benefits of winter hot tubbing? The hot water improves circulation in the body, relaxing muscles and organs that may already be working hard to keep you warm. Hot water is also a good vasodilator. This makes it perfect for providing rehabilitative treatment for conditions such as muscle stiffness and rheumatoid arthritis.
Here are a few tips to enjoy hot tubbing during the chilly months
Start the ‘no freeze’ mode
Engage the ‘no freeze’ mode on the hot tub (some tubs may call this option by a different name).
When the outside temperature drops, the hot tub has to work harder to keep the water warm. The normal mode may not be enough to heat the water. As a result the hot tub may get damaged. The ‘no freeze’ mode ensures that the water is always warm.
The heat should not be turned up too high
If the temperature in the hot tub is too high, you may feel dizzy. A hot tub will also generate a large amount of steam. Some individuals may not be able to adjust to this. Also, make sure you don’t spend more than 30 minutes in the tub.
Drain the water in the hot tub and refill it before winter sets in
When you drain the hot tub and refill it before winter, you will get an opportunity to make inspections and take precautionary measures if you find anything amiss.
Follow these tips to ensure that you enjoy your hot tubbing sessions this winter! And make sure you check out the cool range of hot tubs at Bonavista.