When people think of hot tubs, one of the first things they think about is relaxation. The combination of warm water and massage is definitely relaxing. It’s been recognized that spending time in a hot tub can reduce blood pressure readings, stimulate blood flow, reduce muscle tension and bring down pain levels. There are also many other things you can do in the hot tub that will help you relax. To help you find out how to relax in a hot tub even more, we’ve put together a list of tips.
Get Moving!
Exercise will not only increase your strength and endurance, it can give you a mental boost that will help you relax. Doing exercises in the hot tub provides you with added support and stability, warms your muscles up to reduce the chance of injury and adds resistance to your movements making the simplest exercises a bit more challenging. We should all be well aware that exercise is important for both physical and mental wellbeing, but doing it in a hot tub can lead to even greater relaxation.
Increase Your Mindfulness
Meditation is used by millions of people every day to clear their minds, improve their focus and help their brain and body relax. Taking the practice of meditation to the hot tub makes relaxation even more attainable. All you need for meditation is a comfortable place where you won’t be disturbed. This obviously makes a hot tub an ideal place to meditate. Take some time out of each day to sit in the hot tub and meditate and you’ll find yourself naturally more relaxed.
Go Through the Poses
Yoga is another traditional Eastern practice used by millions for relaxation of the mind and body. It can also be practiced in the hot tub. In fact, there are now several Youtube videos dedicated to practicing yoga poses in the hot tub. If you already partake in yoga, transferring your poses to the hot tub can allow you to stretch farther with a reduced risk of injury. The water can help provide support while also warming up the muscles and allowing them to become more flexible.
Visit With Those You Love
Being around those you love, whether they be family or friends, allows you to naturally relax. You don’t have to worry about putting on airs or trying to impress anyone. Spending time in your hot tub with those you love can be the ultimate in relaxation. Invite your favorite people over to spend time with you in your hot tub. Whether it’s a single person or an entire party, you’ll find that your day-to-day worries are left behind when you’re surrounded by loved ones.
Breath It In
Aromatherapy has gained acceptance by many in the health establishment for improving both physical and mental wellbeing. Although practiced for thousands of years, only recently has modern medicine recognized the ability of smells to promote relaxation and improve our health. Aromatherapy has been found to help improve sleeping patterns, manage pain, reduce stress and fight pathogens. For hot tub aromatherapy, there are specialized concoctions that won’t damage the mechanical components or change the water chemistry. Aromas such as lavender, vanilla and cinnamon are often used to promote relaxation.
Listen to the Music
Music can be used to elicit all sorts of emotions. It can definitely be used to help with relaxation. Listening to music while soaking in a hot tub is a great way to combat stress and anxiety and increase feelings of relaxation. Many of today’s hot tubs come with stereo systems or Bluetooth capabilities. If yours isn’t one of them, consider getting out the old portable stereo to create a relaxing environment in the hot tub.
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