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How To Avoid Pitfalls In A Backyard Hot Tub Design Project

[email protected] — Fri, 08 Dec 2017 19:33:04 +0000

A well-laid plan is essential for making any dream come true. This is especially relevant when adding a portable hot tub versus an in-ground spa to your backyard design or remodel project. You will save thousands of dollars.

Enjoying the successful completion of your backyard remodel project is time well spent.

Your new backyard will be your oasis where you step away from the pressures of life. It’s all for you and your family. What could be more important, and fun?! Now is your time!

The road to completing any home project takes unexpected turns. It is unavoidable. Have comfort in knowing that you are not alone in this endeavor. You work alongside professionals who assist you with each step of the project. It is also vital that you learn as much as you can and involve yourself in the process. We encourage you to be clear about what you want during the experience.

Think of yourself as the foreman who oversees a team of awesome people working together. You coach your team to rise to the occasion and perform a superior level of workmanship. Go team!

“Think of yourself as the foreman who oversees a team of awesome people working together.”

Make sure to avoid mistakes by paying attention to these tips. Most importantly, they will help you complete a spa installation and start enjoying the benefits of your hot tub as soon as possible.

1. Discuss your plans with a landscape architect

You know you want a portable hot tub. But you’re not sure where to put it. Don’t expect to have all the answers when it comes to designing your backyard. A landscape architect will develop a blueprint for your design. They will guide you through the process. You will make the ultimate decision on what you desire. Be open to their suggestions. They may surprise you in a very good way.

A landscape architect works with you to design your ideal backyard retreat.

“Don’t expect to have all the answers when it comes to designing your backyard.”

2. Ensure a proper support system

Any long-lasting structure resides on a good foundation. It is essential to place your hot tub on a stable base. For example, reinforced concrete serves this purpose. Check building codes with your contractor about the required depth for the slab. Any chosen materials must withstand the weight of your hot tub to be safe for you and your family. Download our spa planning checklist that will help you prepare for a successful installation.

3. Avoid electrical overload

Your portable hot tub requires a supply of electricity to operate. This extra demand may tax your current electrical system. A certified, experienced electrician will determine if your current power supply is adequate. An upgraded electrical panel will ensure adequate power load compliance. Again, check electrical codes with your contractor about specific hot tub wiring requirements.

A hot tub cover lifter allows you to maneuver it with ease.

4. Consider hot tub maintenance and durability

Your hot tub is exposed to various weather conditions. The surfaces on your hot tub are very durable. Proper conditioning of the cover, exterior and interior surfaces will extend its life. A hot tub cover lifter will help you maneuver the cover during use, cleaning, and maintenance. This allows you to open your hot tub with ease which is especially helpful if you have physical limitations. Nothing will hold you back from improving your health.

You can add a gazebo which serves its purpose during inclement weather. Check out our Inspiration Gallery to see gazebo ideas like this and discover new ways to add your hot tub to your backyard design.

5. Buying a hot tub

Do your research. Ask questions. Determine how much space you have within your design. Do you want a two-person hot tub, a 4 person hot tub or a luxury 7 person hot tub? The selection of jets for the interior of your hot tub is vast and plentiful. All our hot tubs are designed with Hot Tub Circuit Therapy. This provides a massage seat for each muscle group. Find a hot tub design that works for you. Energy efficient hot tubs provide a cost-effective option. Once your research is complete step up and make it happen.

Choose hot tub accessories that fit your lifestyle and desires.

6. Observe delivery and placement

Your portable hot tub is a large object. Your property may have a clear path to the hot tub’s eventual destination. If it doesn’t, a crane may lift and place your hot tub into your backyard. We recommend that you be present during this part of the process. In the event something doesn’t go according to plan you can help troubleshoot the problem. An on-the-spot decision will help expedite a solution.

Your input is vital to the success of any backyard remodel project. Gather information on the design elements that will make your hot tub dreams come true. Form a team of reliable professionals to make it happen. Good luck! You can do it.

“Your input is vital to the success of any backyard remodel project.”

If you’re already an owner we would love to hear how you fit your portable hot tub into your landscaping plan.

We are passionate hot tub enthusiasts and appreciate your interest in learning. Read more about the benefits of hot tub use in our resource library by clicking here. We are your source for reliable spa shopping and hot tub enjoyment information. Download a brochure by simply clicking the “Download a Brochure” tab in the toolbar. At Caldera Spas we take pride in helping you find ways to “Come to Life.” We know you’re worth it.

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Need More Quality Time With Family? A Hot Tub Can Help

Daniel LeBlanc — Fri, 08 Dec 2017 18:07:04 +0000

Most of us will suffer from time shortages until an extra day magically appears on our calendar. The word “busy" is a catchall for the crisscross of activities that fill our day. It has also become a favorite excuse that gets us out of parties, running errands and almost any awkward obligation. Great opportunities for quality time with family are also pushed aside. Where can you find more quality time for what’s important to you? The answer may be a family hot tub.

Melissa Milkie, a sociologist at the University of Toronto, provides some insight. In her 2015 study she reports, Building relationships, seizing quality moments of connection, not quantity is what emerging research is showing to be most important for both parent and child well-being.

It appears we don’t need more time. Instead, we need to ramp up the quality of the time we have. Let’s explore how a hot tub helps create the quality moments of connection you desire.

1.) Go hands-free

Americans are spending 11+ hours a day using electronic media. Look no further than your family hot tub for the perfect excuse your group needs to unplug from electronic devices. It’s a forgone conclusion that most electronic devices don’t do well underwater or in moisture-rich environments. This gives you the solution to finally break the bond a teenager has with their phone! It’s healthy for everyone to unplug on occasion so we can plug into new and meaningful experiences.
2.) Make a plan and set a date for a hot tub event

If you hear yourself say, “We should really do that," take the next step. Do it! Pull out your calendar, pick a date that works for the family, and “ink" it. Most of us know that organized events have a much higher likelihood of happening. Everyone loves an impromptu gathering on occasion. But let the law of averages work in your family’s favor. Make a plan for your hot tub events. Your family’s quality time deserves a solid place on your calendar.
3.) Make your hot tub activities the focal point

Have you ever noticed the way people gather in the kitchen during parties? There’s no reason why your hot tub can’t be the focal point of your family gathering. Set up the event with this in mind. Coordinate the food and drinks near your hot tub. Feel free to guide family members outside for a new perspective. Outdoor heaters help create a year-round environment. Eat. Drink. And later, hot tub. Now that’s a perfect event.
4.) Encourage the kids to try a new recipe

The goal is to create an engaging experience for the entire family. Set up an opportunity to expand your kids’ cooking skills — no matter their ages. Once you set your date tell them about your great idea. They might take some convincing. You’ll be there to help them each step of the way. That’s how you create those quality moments of connection. And if things don’t go exactly as planned, just remember you can always order pizza and soothe sore egos in your family hot tub.
5.) Extend your family

The more the merrier. Quality family time includes time spent with friends that you consider family. Invite people who enrich your life to share in a hot tub ritual. That may require a 2 person hot tub, a 4-5 person hot tub, or a 7 person hot tub. A roomy hot tub deck ensures room for everyone.
6.) Make time for hot tub fun

The 2015 study we mentioned earlier says the best time to spend with family members is when you’re not stressed, sleep-deprived or anxious. Enter the family hot tub. Hot tubs help alleviate stress, improve sleep and provide meditative relaxation. Your entire family will benefit from the time you spend in a hot tub. Buying a hot tub is an investment in the quality of you and your family’s health.

We are passionate hot tub enthusiasts and appreciate your interest in learning. You can read more about the benefits of family leisure hot tub use in our resource library by clicking here.

You can also download a brochure by simply clicking here or the “Download a Brochure" tab in the toolbar. At Caldera Spas we take pride in helping you find ways to Come to Life.

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Designer’s Corner: 4 Hot Tub Design Questions to Help Ensure a Perfect Fit

[email protected] — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 23:23:35 +0000

You know it when you see it: design perfection. Yes, art is in the eye of the beholder, but there is an ultimate consensus among design enthusiasts that beauty can be created anywhere. Whether it is on the canvas, in historic architecture, or audibly in the piston-purr of a 12-valve engine, beauty radiates a sense of care, precision, connectedness and transcends the ordinary. Is it possible to elicit those same goosebumps when shopping for a luxury hot tub? Of course it is.

The desire to introduce a premium luxury hot tub into your life must be carefully nurtured. Your satisfaction is at the core of your decision. Hot tub features are varied and range in quality - some more artful than others. It is important to know what you want and where each feature stacks up against the others. These are some of the questions that will deliver you to your destination: soaking in a spectacularly designed luxury hot tub.

Multiple exterior and interior light zones help you set the mood of the evening.

Question #1: Ambiance is important to me. What makes the hot tub mood lighting inside and around the Utopia^® Series spas special?

Like a great cinematographer lighting a scene, the placement, number, and color palette of hot tub lights can set the mood, feeling and aesthetic of any situation. The Utopia Series spas come with lights adorning all four corners of the exterior hot tub cabinetry. This allows for an accented perimeter that is both beautiful and safe while visiting the hot tub at night. When it comes to lighting the interior of your spa basic models offer an acceptable white or colored light. Expect more from a luxury spa. The Utopia Series comes with SpaGlo^® zone lighting enhanced with an interior LED Points-of-Light multi-color system for even more dramatic impact. Picture yourself choosing a color or a rainbow of colors that sets the mood for a happy hour, family fun night, or a relaxing Saturday night.

Powerful yet unobtrusive 1-inch hot tub speakers allow you to enjoy a truly special audio experience from inside your hot tub.

Question #2: I enjoy a tranquil environment. What makes a Utopia Series hot tub quieter when compared to the others?

Soft white noise is known to help babies, adults and even animals fall asleep. Hot tubs generate noises that initiate tranquility, while some amplify into the noisy zone. The hot tub insulation, jet pump and hot tub filter are usually the culprits. Great care is taken with luxury hot tubs to mitigate unwanted noises. Ensuring the advanced integrity of the insulation and cabinetry appointments set a luxury hot tub apart. Additionally, in the Utopia Series the grate that covers the filter has been designed to hide the filter compartment and minimize hot tub noise. Not only does it serve an important function it adds aerodynamic design appeal. For those who enjoy music or more healing meditative audio recordings, the optional entertainment system includes thoughtfully-placed hot tub speakers around the edge of the hot tub to feed your need. Contoured headrests will cradle your head during the entire audio, visual, and bodily experience. Now, this is luxury.

The Utopia Series models offer the EcstaSeat^® for a full-body experience.

Question #3: Will the design of the hot tub seats and jet configuration fit my body?

Choosing the size of your hot tub and the jet configuration involves more than deciding how many people can fit in it. Most of the time you won't be dealing with a “standing room only” situation. You'll find that you alone will use every one of the seats in your hot tub, sometimes multiple times each session. Whether you've walked 18 holes, shopped 'til you dropped' or played Weekend Warrior, attention must be paid to various body parts. Sure, a basic hot tub provides help. However, a luxury hot tub with 46, 52, 55 or 74 well-placed hot tub jets like the Utopia Series ramps up the attention and healing benefits by placing massage jets right where you need them. How good does a foot massage sound right now? The hot tub seats have been designed for maximum benefit and comfort. It is the little things that matter and the Utopia^® Series has plenty.

The Utopia Avante all-climate cabinetry puts durability and clean lines first.

Question #4: How well will the hot tub withstand harsh weather conditions?

Even if your mantra is function follows form, everyone wants a good thing to last. It is difficult to determine on shear looks alone if a hot tub's components and cabinetry are going to weather the weather. Look for durable and innovative hot tub cabinet materials. The surface, form and color of the cabinets set itself apart from a lesser quality hot tub. Great examples are the Avante^® all-weather cabinet and the ABS Base Pan^® on the Utopia Series that frames the bottom of the spa minimizing ground contact. This ensures protection of the interior components, adds support to the hot tub and improves energy efficiency. All this, while looking spectacular.

Life is filled with art. You have the opportunity to add to the beauty that surrounds you by purchasing a luxury hot tub today. It is time to place brush to canvas and create those goosebumps. Go for it. Transcend the ordinary.

If you are already a hot tub owner we would love to hear how you are enjoying the design of your luxury hot tub.

We are passionate hot tub enthusiasts and appreciate your interest in learning. Read more about the benefits of hot tub use in our hot tub resource library. We are your source for reliable information.

Download a Caldera^® brochure to learn more. At Caldera Spas we take pride in helping you find ways to "Come to Life^®." We know you're worth it. Feel good. Live well. We're all in this together.

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Looking for a Two-Fer? Add a Hot Tub to Your Physical Therapy

Devteam1 — Fri, 06 Oct 2017 21:43:43 +0000

So, you're injured. Getting back on the field, on the court, or back to work is your immediate goal. The unknown variable is how long it will be before you're back kickin' it into gear. Patience is required. Negotiating with your body's healing ability is part of the game. Your physical therapy schedule can be daunting and time consuming. Fortunately there's help. Performing healing-focused exercises in your hot tub enhances your physical therapy while providing other numerous health benefits.

Performing healing-focused exercises in your hot tub enhances your physical therapy while providing other numerous benefits

A stubborn, nagging injury demands something that shifts and promotes healing. This is where a hot tub makes the difference in your rehabilitation and recovery. Consider the use of your hot tub as an activity that propels you to where you want to be - back in the game of life.

Consider the use of your hot tub as an activity that propels you to where you want to be - back in the game of life.

How does stretching in my hot tub improve healing?

Immersion into warm water helps prepare your muscles, tendons and ligaments for use. If your physical therapist gives you stretching exercises to do, simply get in your hot tub and do them. Your body will warm up to the idea. You will achieve a better stretch compared to a cold start lying on the floor. The fact that you are buoyant allows less pressure to be placed on body parts, and more focus on the area to be stretched. A great example of this is demonstrated in the video below.

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How does visualization in my hot tub improve healing?

The adage, "See it. Believe it, Achieve it," holds true for the healing process. While sitting in your hot tub picture yourself healthy and doing the things you desire. Take it a step further by visualizing the tissues in the injured area building new, healthy tissue. See the energy flow into the area, and the damage flowing out. Choose a color like a bright, life-affirming shade of gold and imagine it filling the area. The power of visualization is well-documented as being effective in the recovery process.

The adage, "See it. Believe it, Achieve it," holds true for the healing process.

How does meditating in my hot tub promote healing?

Being injured or having health issues is very stressful, which does nothing to help you heal. Stress is detrimental to your health and wellbeing. A hot tub is the perfect environment for quieting the mind. The sound of the jets lulls you into a mental space that fosters relaxation and stress reduction. Find a simple meditation exercise that you can practice while sitting in your hot tub. The benefits of meditation coupled with the inherent benefits of using your hot tub puts you way ahead in the healing process.

Visualize a healthy you through visualization and mindful meditation.

How do breathing exercises in my hot tub help with healing?

When you are managing an injury you may find that you hold your breath more than normal. The higher the pain, the more often this occurs. Oxygen is essential for life, and for the healing process to occur. Perform breathing exercises while in your hot tub. For example, slowly breathe in for a count of 8 seconds, hold it for 4 seconds, and release it slowly for a count of 7. Pull in air filling your lungs from bottom to top. Focus only on your breathing. This will take you away from any negative thoughts you may be having. Repeat this process at least 10 times. Sometimes we need to be deliberate about the things we do to usher healing into our lives. Slow and focused breathing done in your hot tub is a perfect example.

Does my hot tub help increase circulation and healing?

The human body has an amazing ability to heal itself. Tissues heal most effectively when they receive a healthy supply of blood. Our extremities may suffer poor healing due to insufficient or compromised blood flow. This results in a prolonged healing process. The feet, ankles, lower legs and knees are prone to this occurrence. The answer to this challenge is your hot tub. Using your hot tub will improve blood circulation and therefore enhances your body's ability to circulate blood to injured areas.

Having a hot tub at home makes physical therapy that much closer.

How does owning a hot tub save time and expense?

There are practical implications to using a hot tub while rehabilitating an injury or condition. If you make your hot tub part of your therapy you may not need to attend as many appointments. Your physical therapist will be the judge of that. The goal is consistency for any physical therapy routine. If you can capture awesome results in your own backyard, bring it on. That's one less commute you'll have to make in questionable traffic.

Everyone these days is looking for a two-fer, a two-for-the-price-of-one situation. Investing in a hot tub allows you to reap the many benefits of owning a hot tub, and it enhances the results of your physical therapy. Grab the bargain by the horns and get in a hot tub today.

If you're already an owner and your hot tub has helped you recover from an injury we would love to hear how you did it and how you are using your hot tub for Work-Lifebalance.

Download a Caldera^® brochure to learn more. At Caldera Spas we take pride in helping you find ways to “Come to Life^®.” We know you're worth it. Feel good. Live well. We're all in this together.

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Worried About Hot Tub Maintenance? Let’s Compare.

Watkins Team — Fri, 06 Oct 2017 21:43:01 +0000

Is the thought of performing routine maintenance on your hot tub hindering your decision to purchase one? If so, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get a new perspective. Whether you’re a DIY devotee or someone with a Pool and Spa Guy on speed dial, hot tub maintenance is highly manageable. If you have a pool you could include spa maintenance in the service package for convenience. It’s pretty easy to maintain your spa water though and definitely something you can manage yourself.

Whether you’re a DIY devotee or someone with a Pool and Spa Guy on speed dial, hot tub maintenance is highly manageable.

Gone are the days of receiving an allowance for completing our responsibilities at home. Sure, there are times when we have to muster some sort of intrinsic reward, aka fool ourselves, to complete a task or chore. But remember, if you take care of the things that add value to your life they will last longer, run better, and continue to be a source of joy.

To help shift your perspective let’s compare hot tub maintenance to other caretaking responsibilities in your life.

Hot tub benefits and maintenance

The health and life benefits of owning a hot tub are numerous. The return on your investment is excellent. Routine hot tub maintenance comes down to clean hot tub water. Once you’re familiar with hot tub water chemistry you can test it yourself and add suggested amounts of additives to create balance and proper sanitization. Clean the spa filter by removing it and spraying it with a hose to remove debris and dirt. Soak it in hot tub filter cleaning solution to remove more stubborn impurities. Refer to manufacturer’s recommendations on how often you need to empty, clean and refill your hot tub. And refer to this hot tub maintenance article for more details on the steps for routine hot tub maintenance. Some hot tubs automatically filter your water on an intermittent schedule, which requires no effort on your part. Like any home appliance, educate yourself about your hot tub. Get to know the signs of challenges that warrant professional assistance from a reliable hot tub service provider.

Investing in your health and happiness takes hard work and perseverance.

Regular maintenance on your car keeps you safe on the road.

Compare car ownership to hot tub benefits and maintenance

The expense of keeping a car properly maintained exceeds the expense of properly maintaining your hot tub.

A car is an essential life-tool for most people. It’s a source of transportation, fun and excitement. It takes you on vacation when you’re up for a road trip. It is essential to the life of your vehicle, and yours that you perform routine auto maintenance. This includes but is not limited to: regular oil changes, properly inflating tires, rotating tires every 5000 miles, assessing tire wear, brake inspections, and checking and replacing fluids in the reservoirs under the hood. You can perform some of these items and some will likely be done by professionals. It is wise to include car care expenses in your monthly budget. The same goes for hot tub maintenance.

Dreams of owning a hot tub can come true.

Compare the benefits and maintenance of pet ownership to hot tub ownership

Animals bring joy, companionship and love to our lives. They are completely reliant upon us for care. Owning a pet involves making a commitment for up to 15+ years. It’s worth it. For many, pets are a part of the family. Daily maintenance is required for their care including food, water, exercise, attention, and providing proper shelter and bedding. Other routine maintenance includes bathing, grooming, dental care, and flea control. Visits to the vet are required and depend on the health of your pet. A toy allowance is an ongoing necessity, of course. Hot tub maintenance is far easier and less time consuming than proper pet care. Owning both is a pleasure.

Compare the therapeutic benefits and cost of maintaining your yard to the therapeutic benefits and cost of hot tub ownership

If you strive for curb appeal then your yard is an important consideration. A pride of ownership molds you into a gardening enthusiast or green-thumbed wannabe. For many people gardening is a form of therapy. It beckons you outside to reap emotional and physical rewards.

Proper care for your front yard and back yard involves mowing, trimming, watering, weeding, raking, planting, blowing, and repeating every week. Living things need attention and it’s up to you to cater to those needs. The best part? Your hot tub is ready for you when yard maintenance is complete.

Time spent in your hot tub with family and friends is life-enhancing.

Maintaining relationships with family and friends

Spending time with friends and loved ones enhances everything we do. Our ability to love and be loved grows when we care for others. Relationships require care and routine maintenance to keep them thriving. Practicing healthy communication, being kind, responsive and following through on promises are only a few maintenance requirements. Close relationships are to be cared for on a frequent basis. Every interaction with a human is an opportunity to reaffirm your ability to care about the welfare of others. A hot tub filled with friends and family is a great platform for relationship maintenance. Jump on in.

Compare the benefits of good health, happiness and hope

You deserve to have good things. There are plenty of things in life that are worth the effort. Investing in your health and happiness takes hard work and perseverance. Your hopes and dreams require maintenance too. Finding ways to generate motivation can be challenging. A hot tub is a valuable tool for improving stress management, blood pressure, muscle recovery, relaxation, sleep and so much more. A healthy, happier you is possible with 20 minutes per day of routine maintenance. You’re worth the effort.

Don’t let the worry of hot tub maintenance stop you from owning one.

Don’t let the worry of hot tub maintenance stop you from owning one. The aforementioned comparisons are complete. The benefits of owning a hot tub far outweigh the minimal time investment and effort. It’s time to pack the well-maintained family and pet in the car and drive your way to health and happiness. Go for it!

If you’re already an owner we would love to hear how you are taking care of your hot tub. Please share some helpful tips if you’ve got them.

We are passionate hot tub enthusiasts and appreciate your interest in learning. Read more about the benefits of hot tub use in our hot tub maintenance resource library. We are your source for reliable information.

Download our Caldera^® Spas brochure here or visit the “Download a Brochure” tab in the toolbar. At Caldera Spas we take pride in helping you find ways to “Come to Life.” We know you’re worth it. Feel Good. Live Well. We’re all in this together.

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Yes Hot Tubbing Counts As Exercise…And So Much More

Watkins Team — Thu, 05 Oct 2017 05:12:04 +0000

Tell the truth. When you hear about a study that may allow you to compromise (aka cheat) your fitness routine do your ears perk? A recent study found that spending time in the warm water of a hot tub lowers blood pressure and inflammation, increases metabolism, and burns 140 calories in 30 minutes, which is the equivalent of a 30-minute walk. These results do not constitute a cheat. Instead, this is affirmative evidence that your hot tub delivers so much more when it comes to physical fitness.

"This is affirmative evidence that your hot tub delivers when it comes to physical fitness."

Recently, there has been an increase in the amount of research being done exploring the health benefits of spending time in a hot tub. The nutshell-results show that asking the body to change temperatures is extremely beneficial to your health. Exercise does just that, and so does immersion in your hot tub.

There's no reason to keep the two separate. Instead combine the passive and active forms of exercise in your hot tub for even more health benefits. Here are a few ways you can do it.

How can jogging in my hot tub help meet my exercise goals?

Not only will you get your mileage in, you'll benefit from the effects of warm water as well. Consider this type of jogging an extremely low-impact way of getting your exercise. As you go through the motions of jogging the warm water dilates your blood vessels allowing oxygen to feed your muscles. This may allow you to perform at a higher level for a longer period of time. Research indicates that after six weeks of aqua-jogging participants experienced reduced waist circumference, body fat reduction and improved aerobic fitness. All this could be yours in the comfort of your hot tub.

Stretching in your hot tub avoids pressure being placed on joints

"There's nothing stopping you from bringing in water-safe equipment to increase weight resistance."

Can doing exercises in my hot tub help meet my exercise goals?

This includes performing exercises such as stretching in your hot tub, arm lifts, push-ups against the side of your hot tub, and the jumping jack space permitting. There's nothing stopping you from bringing in water-safe equipment to increase weight resistance. Doing exercises in this manner may be an excellent alternative to doing them on land. This is especially the case for those who have a high risk for falling, may be less physically confident, or have painful joints. How does performing floating exercises in my hot tub benefit me?

There's a reason why floating in warm water makes you feel good. It's good for you. Water buoyancy reduces the weight your entire body has to bear. Practice floating in your hot tub while moving your arms and legs. Or, just float ‘til your heart's content. Immersion in warm water will lower blood pressure so your heart really will be content. Floating creates a sort of sensory deprivation effect that allows you to release stress and tension. It really does float away.

"Floating creates a sort of sensory deprivation effect that allows you to release stress and tension."

Continue your exercise routine in your hot tub after a long bike ride

How simply sitting and enjoying your hot tub counts as exercise.

The passive approach to exercise is effective for adding health benefits to your day. The warmth of the water and pressure created by water jets reduces swelling, and the load on painful joints, and promotes muscle relaxation. Additionally, research shows that patients recovering from injury or illness may become more active and improve their quality of life as a result of spending 30 minutes per week in a therapeutic water environment.

"Research allows us to open doors to show the world the benefits of hot tub use."

Research allows us to open doors to show the world the benefits of hot tub use. The next time you're negotiating with yourself about your fitness routine remember just a quick 20-30-minute dip counts as exercise…and so much more. Have confidence - scientific confidence, knowing that a hot tub can proudly take its place as part of any legitimate exercise plan. It's time to conduct your own research study. Jump in and get busy today.

If you're already an owner we would love to hear how you are using your hot tub in your exercise routine.

Download a brochure to learn more. At Caldera^® Spas we take pride in helping you find ways to “Come to Life^®.” We know you're worth it. Feel good. Live well. We're all in this together.

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Is Hot Tub Hydrotherapy The Missing Piece To Your Improved Health?

Watkins Team — Mon, 19 Jun 2017 14:13:03 +0000

Finding effective ways to improve your health can be illusive and frustrating. There are times when you feel as though someone hid the puzzle pieces between the seat cushions. It takes hard work, determination and a bit of stubbornness to solve the challenges of achieving and maintaining good health. Hot tub hydrotherapy solves a vast array of health-related problems. It could be the missing piece that pulls everything together for you.

The formula is simple:

Multiple health-related issues + Invigorating jet-infused warm water (X 20 minutes per day)

= Improved well-being

Those who experience the benefits of owning a hot tub know this to be true. Newbies to the idea might appreciate an exploration and a little Q&A.

Hot tub hydrotherapy is an effective management tool for psychological well-being and stress management.

Q: Who benefits from hot tub hydrotherapy?

A: Anyone who would benefit from improved or renewed health and an improved state of mind. Research suggests that hydrotherapy is used to improve immunity and for the management of pain, heart disease, fatigue, anxiety, obesity, and high cholesterol. The pressures of daily life create a need to manage large amounts of stress. Hot tub hydrotherapy is an effective management tool for psychological well-being and stress management. Remember to always discuss any hesitations you might have with your doctor before engaging in a new activity. Also, practice proper safety measures when in and around any hot tub or pool.

Hydrotherapy is used to improve immunity and for the management of pain, heart disease, fatigue, anxiety, obesity, and high cholesterol.

Chronic and acute musculoskeletal ailments benefit from hot tub hydrotherapy.

Q: What orthopedic ailments are helped by hydrotherapy?

A: Chronic and acute musculoskeletal ailments benefit from hot tub hydrotherapy. Whether it's a new injury or a nagging case of sciatica hydrotherapy can help. Injured and fatigued muscles benefit from improved circulation. As blood flows in and out of an area, toxins are transported out and eliminated by the body. The water temperature and pressure of the jets assist with this process. Hot tub circuit therapy is beneficial as well. This involves moving from seat to seat in a hot tub in measured time intervals. Each chair has jets focused on certain muscle groups. Performing stretches and exercises while in the water may be an excellent alternative to land exercises for individuals who lack confidence, have high risk of falling or have joint pain. Water buoyancy reduces the weight that joints, bones and muscles have to bear.

Water buoyancy reduces the weight that joints, bones and muscles have to bear.

Q: When is the best time to engage in hot tub hydrotherapy?

A: Fit 20 minutes per day into your routine. Refer to personal preferences when deciding on mornings, afternoon or evening plunges. An early morning session will relax you for the day ahead. An evening session will help transform the stress of the day into relaxation. You'll sleep better too. Each time you slip into the warm healing water tension is released from where it has accumulated in your muscles. Consider going in before you exercise. Research indicates that hot tub hydrotherapy before exercise reduces most of the indirect markers of exercise-induced muscle damage, including muscle soreness.

Morning, afternoon or evening plunge. You decide.

Q: How does hydrotherapy work?

A: Hydrotherapy, also known as hot tub therapy, water therapy, aquatic therapy, pool therapy, and balneotherapy causes physiological changes in your body. Each type produces different effects on the body depending on the temperature of the water. Hot tub hydrotherapy uses warm water and jets to produce bubbles that deliver intervals of pulses to sections of the body. Outcomes depend upon water temperature, duration of time spent submerged, and pressure. The power of warm water is amazing. These variables trigger physiological responses in the body that foster healing. Research shows hot tub hydrotherapy creates evidence-based positive effects on various systems in the body.

Temperature, time, and pressure are key to achieve results.

Q: Why don't you own a hot tub to renew and improve your health and shift your state of mind with hydrotherapy?

A: That is a very good question. The possibilities and options are plentiful. Do your research. Make an informed decision. It will change your life.

Take time to consider the benefits of hot tub hydrotherapy. Invest in your health and well-being. It's time to fit all the puzzle pieces together and experience optimal health.

If you're already an owner we would love to hear how you are using your hot tub for Work Life balance.

Download a brochure by simply clicking here or the "Download a Brochure" tab in the toolbar. At Caldera^® Spas we take pride in helping you find ways to "Come to Life." We know you're worth it. Feel Good. Live Well. We're all in this together.

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5 Fun Ways Your Hot Tub Is Like A Friend

Watkins Team — Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:18:35 +0000

by Anne Kruse

How do you create a shift in thinking to allow good things to manifest in your life? One way is to create a new perception. For example, what if you viewed owning a portable hot tub the same way you view a meaningful friendship? You look for qualities that are important to you. Reliability, trust and loyalty are the cornerstones of great friendships. They add value to our lives.

The decision to invest in a hot tub deserves attention and exploration just as if a new friend came into your life. There is a fair amount of give-and-take involved in great friendships. You need to be open, willing and able to welcome some fun into your life. If you’re ready to explore the true meaning of hot tub friendship please read on and prepare to be nudged.

“You may sit in a hot tub alone but you are never lonely when your hot tub is there for you.”

1. A hot tub is always ready to help

Bad days aren’t so bad when you know someone or something is ready and willing to help. You can count on a hot tub. The day-in and day-out reliability of a “good thing” is hard to beat. You may sit in a hot tub alone but you are never lonely when your hot tub is there for you.

Surround yourself with the warmth and comfort a hot tub provides.

2. A hot tub is flexible and up for a good time year round

Your hot tub is not a fair-weather friend. Instead, it is all-weather friendly. You don’t have to convince your hot tub to throw a party. It’s always ready for any event you have on your agenda. It won’t want to leave early and force you to take an Uber ride home. You have the ultimate control on the duration of the festivities. Once you close the lid the party is over.

Use your hot tub cover lifter to start and end the party.

“You don’t have to convince your hot tub to throw a party.”

3. You are always happy to see them

Your hot tub symbolizes good health and relaxation. Seeing your hot tub reminds you that you deserve good things in your life. It’s like gazing at the smiling face of a good friend who is ready to spend quality time with you. This adds substance to your day and meaning to your life.

4. It is easygoing and not too demanding

Friendships require maintenance and upkeep just like your hot tub. The beautiful thing is that your hot tub is self-contained and energy-efficient. And if the chemistry isn’t right you can always adjust it. Periodic emptying of the water allows for a clean slate to start anew. The goal is to find a maintenance schedule that works for both of you.

Friendships can last a lifetime. Being surrounded by great friends improves your health and overall satisfaction.

5. It supports your physical and emotional well-being

Whether you need help with relaxation, stress management, your blood pressure, or healing and circulation your hot tub is the fix. It takes care of you when you need it the most. And it’s always nice to know someone is on your side. The health benefits gleaned from regular hot tub use promote a positive outlook.

“Whether you need help with relaxation, stress management, your blood pressure, or healing and circulation your hot tub is the fix.”

Friendships can last a lifetime. Being surrounded by great friends improves your health and overall satisfaction. Invite goodness into your life by purchasing a hot tub now. You’ll have a friend for life. Nudge, nudge.

We are passionate hot tub enthusiasts and appreciate your interest in learning. Read more about the benefits of hot tub use in our resource library by clicking here. We are your source for reliable information. Download a brochure by clicking here or the “Download a Brochure” tab in the toolbar. At Caldera^® Spas we take pride in helping you find ways to “Come to Life.” We know you’re worth it. Feel Good. Live Well. We’re all in this together.

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5 Fun Ways Your Hot Tub Is Like A Friend

by Anne Kruse

1. A hot tub is always ready to help

2. A hot tub is flexible and up for a good time year round

3. You are always happy to see them

4. It is easygoing and not too demanding

5. It supports your physical and emotional well-being

Question #1: Ambiance is important to me. What makes the hot tub mood lighting inside and around the Utopia^® Series spas special?