Sauna and hot tub benefits: 6 reasons to sweat your way to better health
If you’ve ever dreamt of stepping into your garden at the end of a long day and having your own spa retreat waiting for you, you might have considered adding a hot tub or a sauna to your outdoor setup.
These additions to your home might feel like a luxurious purchase but did you know regular sauna and hot tub use can be beneficial to your health in several ways? Think reduced stress, faster recovery after exercise, better sleep and overall improved wellbeing.
In this blog, we’ll share six benefits you’ll enjoy when you add a sauna or hot tub to your garden and show you how they can transform your outdoor space into a relaxing, tranquil space you can bask in at the end of a long day.
1. Stress relief and relaxation
Regular sauna or hot tub use can be a powerful, fast way to reduce stress. Not only does it provide a quiet space away from daily distractions, but heat therapy also reduces cortisol (the stress hormone) and encourages the release of endorphins. This combination promotes relaxation, eases mental tension and improves overall mood.
2. Improved sleep
Struggling with sleep? A study showed that relaxation promoted by heat therapies can actually improve your sleep quality. Spending time in a hot tub before bed helps to relax muscles and lower stress, making it easier to fall asleep. Sauna sessions can also encourage a deeper, more restorative night’s sleep by regulating your body’s circadian rhythm.
3. Pain reduction and muscle recovery
Both saunas and hot tubs can help to increase circulation and, along with the heat, alleviate pain including chronic, arthritis, muscle aches and joint pains. If you go to the gym regularly, it can relax sore muscles, reduce inflammation and accelerate healing after a workout.
4. Improved circulation
Heat exposure causes blood vessels to dilate (vasodilation) which increases blood flow and circulation. This helps oxygen and nutrients reach your muscles more efficiently while the warm water of a hot tub can help to encourage circulation.
5. Detoxification
Regular sauna sessions encourage sweating, which helps the body eliminate toxins through the skin. Sweating provides the kidneys and liver with extra support by flushing out impurities, leaving you feeling refreshed.
6. Immune system support
Studies suggest regular sauna use can strengthen the immune system. The temporary rise in body temperature mimics a mild fever, stimulating white blood cell production and boosting your natural defences. Hot tubs, while less intense, also promote circulation and relaxation which support overall immune health.
Create your own private retreat
Investing in a sauna or hot tub isn’t just about adding something beautiful to your garden, it’s about investing in your health. The benefits go far beyond relaxation: less stress, better sleep, improved circulation and even a stronger immune system. Most importantly, it gives you a private space to unwind, recharge and connect with family and friends.
With Tuin’s range of barrel saunas, sauna houses and wooden hot tubs, you can create your own wellness retreat at home. Whether you’re looking for a sauna so you can detox your body and enjoy the health benefits or a hot tub that you can enjoy with friends after a long day, Tuin makes it simple to improve your health and lifestyle.