A plunge into cold water is an invigorating experience, and one that can prove addictive too: an energetic way to start your day, or a restorative way to finish.
But the benefits of cold water immersion extend far beyond these good vibes.
A regular dip can deliver a wide range of scientifically proven health and wellness benefits. It’s why an ever-increasing number of people are choosing to place a cold plunge in their backyards, ready for whenever they need it.
But exactly why should you invest in a backyard cold plunge pool? How do you integrate it into your wellness routine? And how do you identify the very best machine?
Read on to find out more.
The benefits of a regular cold plunge
First to the why. More than just invigoration and revitalisation, a regular cold plunge is an activity that has been proven to deliver a range of health benefits, both physical and mental.
Physical health benefits
- Reduced muscle soreness (DOMS) and faster recovery.
- Enhanced circulation that clears metabolic waste and enhances oxygen delivery.
- Mobilised immune defenses through increased white blood cell counts.
Mental health benefits
- Increased positive feelings and reduced negative feelings.
- Greater resilient to stress and improved overall emotional regulation.
- Enhanced energy and focus from the release of noradrenaline.
Armed with a sharper, happier mind and a healthier, more resilient body, you can bring peak performance to any pursuit, from work life, to home life, to a session at the gym.
How to integrate a cold plunge into your daily wellness routine
The benefits above are most pronounced when cold plunge forms a regular part of your daily wellness routine. So how do you integrate it?
First and foremost, what you need is easy access to a pool of cold water, and a backyard cold plunge pool is the perfect solution to that.
Building and sticking to a new habit can take some time, but there are ways and means to integrate this seamlessly into your routine in a way that sticks:
- Pick the right time: Mornings are ideal for a wake-up boost, post-workout can help with recovery, a night-time dip can finish your day off right.
- Start small: Begin with a 1-2 minute session and gradually increase the length of your soak as your cold water tolerance builds.
- Make it a ritual: Pair your soak with breathwork, meditation or stretching to create a holistic wellness habit.
- Track how you feel: Stay motivated and self-aware by keeping a diary that notes your changes in mood, energy, sleep or soreness.
Follow these tips, and over the course of a few weeks, your daily cold plunge will transform from an obligation to an obsession.
What makes a great cold plunge pool?
As mentioned above, convenience is critical if you are to build a cold plunge into your wellness routine, which is why an ever-increasing number of health-conscious individuals are choosing to invest in their very own backyard cold plunge pool.
But not all machines are made the same. The best are defined by quality, reliability and clever design, represented in a few key features:
- Precise and consistent temperature control via a high-quality cooling system.
- Reliable performance year-round, with quality insulation to keep temperatures steady.
- Hygienic, luxurious water delivered by smart, low-maintenance water care systems.
- A beautiful yet durable body that can handle whatever Mother Nature throws at it.
- Intuitive controls and low running costs that encourage daily use.
These might sound like relatively simple features, but they’re so much more than that.
They can ultimately be the difference between a plunge pool you use once and forget about, versus a plunge pool that helps you develop the healthiest of habits and becomes a cornerstone of your wellbeing.
What sets Hot Spring Cold Plunge pools apart?
Looking for the ultimate backyard plunge pool? Look no further than Cold Plunge by Hot Spring: a pool that ticks every single one of the boxes listed above, and then some.
Backed by Hot Spring, New Zealand’s oldest and most trusted spa pool brand, Cold Plunge pools are built to deliver an unrivalled cold water immersion experience.
- Precision chiller system: Keep water at your target temperature, no fluctuations no matter the weather, no ice loading required.
- Running costs as low as $1/day: NZ’s most energy efficient spa brand, Hot Spring’s efficiency expertise is infused into Cold Plunge, from high-end insulation to the SilentFlo™ Circulation system that uses less power than a 40W light bulb.
- Premium build quality: Designed for local conditions, our unique closed cell acrylic construction resists sun, rain, stains and bumps better than any plunge pool on the market.
- Effortless water care: Our built-in UV sanitation system and constant filtration makes water care simple, minimising maintenance and maximising enjoyment.
- Smart, user-friendly design: With luxuriously ergonomic seating, touchscreen controls and even mobile app integration, you can sit back and relax in a truly stunning setting.
- A brand you can trust: At Hot Spring we have almost half a century of experience, thousands of happy customers, and a hard-earned reputation for reliability. Dozens of dealers up and down the country create a trusted expert network that’s always ready to help.
Made for people who want more than just cold water
Who can benefit from including a cold plunge in their daily routine? Short answer: everyone. Regular cold water immersion is useful for:
- Amateur and professional athletes, whether recovering from a workout or simply searching for peak performance.
- People who are rehabilitating from injury, or who suffer from chronic conditions, including older people looking to regain mobility.
- People who are in search of a way to improve their focus, de-stress, emotionally regulate, and gain control over their mental health.
- Anyone who wants to feel better and maximise their health and wellness.
Want to become a better version of yourself? Take a regular cold plunge in the comfort of your backyard. You’ll be shocked at how much of a difference this simple ritual can make.
Hot Spring: Cold Plunge done right
A plunge pool is so much more than just a tub of cold water.
It’s a tool to help you feel better, recover faster and build resilience. It’s an investment in your health and wellness, and one where the returns exponentially increase the more you use it.
But you’ll only enjoy these high-end rewards when you choose a high-end machine: the type that offers a truly unrivalled cold water immersion experience, while minimising maintenance and running costs to become increasingly cost-effective over time.
You need a Cold Plunge pool.
Exclusive to Hot Spring, Cold Plunge pools are premium machines designed to seriously enhance your physical and mental health, by placing the ultimate cold plunge experience right in your backyard, in a stunning, robust and energy efficient package.
Ready to experience the Cold Plunge difference? Get in touch with your local Hot Spring dealer today.
