Become Healthier and Happier...
The therapeutic waters of garden spas offer the irresistible combination of heat and aquatic massage produce an overwhelming medicinal effect on the body. Spa is actually the abbreviation for Sanus per Aquam: health through water. The power of the healing waters of regular hot tub use is undoubtedly good for whatever ails you – whether body or soul. A daily dip in the spa will help reduce your stress levels. Add a healthy dose of fresh air and you are in a win, win situation. Not only can you reduce your blood pressure and improve your circulation. There is even research that claims the massaging waters can help reduce cellulite. Overweight people, who otherwise would find exercise difficult, can benefit from a muscle conditioning aquatic workout without placing undue stress on their joints. The combination of warmth and buoyancy also makes the hot tub an ideal form of hydrotherapy for people suffering from conditions such as arthritis or those recovering from orthopaedic surgeries, such as hip and knee replacements. Research suggests that soaking in a hot tub before bed can ease the transition into a deeper sleep. A recent American report claims a daily spa session can be significantly beneficial for people with Type 2 diabetes. more…The increasing interest is attracting a record number of suppliers to British shores. In turn, the increased competition is helping to bring down prices encouraging thousands of home owners to take the plunge. Typical portable spa and hot tub prices can now start as low as £3,000. Tubs are very economical to run; a four-person spa, for instance, costs 75p a day to cover heating and chemicals. The increasing interest is attracting a record number of suppliers to British shores. In turn, the increased competition is helping to bring down prices encouraging thousands of home owners to take the plunge. Typical portable spa and hot tub prices can now start as low as £3,000. Tubs are very economical to run; a four-person spa, for instance, costs 75p a day to cover heating and chemicals. Where to buy: Before you choose where to buy, look for the BISHTA sign that means that a spa supplier’s sales staff have undertaken the BISHTA training course – a guarantee they have been trained in basic water hygiene principles and daily test and care routines. BISHTA (The British and Irish Spa and Hot Tub Association) is the UK industry watchdog for professional spa care. For a list of spa and hot tub manufacturers who are members of BISHTA, contact the BISHTA office on 01264 356210 or www.bishta.co.uk