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Gift Ideas for the Sauna Owner in Your Life

Looking for the perfect gift for the sauna owner is your life? While finding the right gift for your family or friends may appear to be a daunting task with the right strategy you can make your loved one very happy. If you have a loved one who is a proud owner of an infrared sauna, we have 6 incredible gift ideas that are sure to make them smile. Read on for more information!

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What is an All Season Pool?

Having trouble choosing between a hot tub and a swimming pool? What if we were to tell you that you didn’t have to choose? That’s right, with the installation of an All Season Pool, you can enjoy the benefits of both hot tubs and swimming pools without compromise! In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at what All Season Pools are and how they can improve your lifestyle.

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What Foundation is Best for My Hot Tub?

Did you know that a hot tub can weigh upwards of 5,000 pounds when filled with water? For this reason, along with your safety, quality of the installation and longevity of the hot tub, is why it’s so important to have the proper foundation for a spa. If you’re thinking of installing a hot tub in your home or backyard, it’s crucial that you first lay down the proper foundation to support it. In this article, we’re going to walk you through the top three choices for hot tub foundation.

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Preparing Your Backyard Hot Tub Installation for Fall

As the leaves begin to change colour and fall from the trees, it’s a clear sign that summer is on its way out and fall is beginning. Although we recommend taking care of and maintaining your hot tub installation throughout the year, there are a few tasks that should be completed as the summer season ends and fall begins.

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The Wonderful Health Benefits of Infrared Saunas

The benefits of using an infrared sauna are both well understood and well documented by the scientific community. If you’ve ever considered investing in a sauna, but you weren’t certain why or if you need one, these key advantages of an infrared sauna just may change your mind!

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Can a Hot Tub Help You Heal After an Injury?

The recovery process following a muscle or joint injury is completely dependent on your unique state of health. Everyone heals differently, which is why it’s so important to speak with your physician before using hot tub hydrotherapy to heal following an injury. Your best health is always the most important, after all. With consent from your physician, hot tub hydrotherapy can help your body heal for a few different reasons.

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What Happens to Your Body Inside a Sauna?

Ever wondered what happens to your body inside a sauna? A renowned pastime in Finnish culture dating back thousands of years, saunas are one of the top methods used for detoxifying the body from harmful impurities. Presenting a wealth of health and wellness benefits from increased blood circulation to improved cardiovascular health, the effects of sauna bathing on the mind, body, and spirit are truly marvelous. If you’re in the market for a sauna or just curious to know how they work, keep reading to learn more.

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Planning an At-Home Spa Day with Your Sauna

Looking for a way to relax and improve your health? If you happen to own a sauna, then you are already enjoying the numerous benefits of having one at home: stress reduction, privacy, convenience, and hygiene. Not to mention the touch of luxury and value it adds to your home. If you don’t happen to own a home sauna, but you’re curious to learn more, you can always read about why homeowners are investing in this popular affordable luxury.

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Above-Ground Pools vs. All-Season Pools

Deciding whether to install an above-ground pool or an all-season pool can be tricky for first-time buyers. With so many types, models, shapes, and sizes to choose from, the wrong decision could adversely affect your expenses, lifestyle and even the value of your home. To help you make up your mind, we’ve compiled a few points for your consideration. But first, let’s tackle the main difference between the two types of pools.

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Quick Hot Tub Cleaning Tips

The Jacuzzi® lifestyle is all about entertainment, rest, and relaxation, but in order to fully enjoy your hot tub, you’ll need to keep it clean and inviting. Use the quick hot tub cleaning tips to ensure that your hot tub continues to entice with fresh, clean water.

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Can a hot tub help reduce fibromyalgia pain naturally?

According to the Mayo Clinic, “fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Researchers believe that fibromyalgia amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way your brain processes pain signals.

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Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (D.O.M.S.)

According to Dr. Cynthia Labella, Associate Professor in pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, as reported by ABC News, kids are becoming increasingly competitive as athletes, spending more time on one sport. According to a study from the Government of Canada, almost 50% of students today participate in sports activities. According to the study, approximately 1 in 4 families have a child that plays soccer regularly.

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Warm Water Therapy to Help Manage Diabetes

Exercise has been proven to improve the health of those suffering from type one and two diabetes. In general, improved circulation and weight loss have led to improvements. There have been studies conducted that show that immersion in a Jacuzzi can lead to similar benefits.

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De-stress Yourself!

Stress can cause muscle tension, restricted blood flow, headaches, digestive problems, depression, anxiety, insomnia , fatigue, pain and cardiovascular disease. Here are some ways to help you manage your stress.

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Both Eyes On The End User

When Trevor Wasney first joined the hot tub industry in 1997, he operated out of a 400-square-foot showroom with nothing but a split hot tub model and pamphlets. Wasney is now the president and CEO of Wellness Shop, which boasts nine locations and a reputation as one of Canada’s most successful retailers. We chatted with Wasney about life as a spa dealer, his thoughts on the industry and his amazingly profitable recession years.

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