Technique
Sit or recline in a hot tub with water temperature between 100-104°F (38-40°C). Relax your muscles and allow the warm water to promote circulation and muscle relaxation. Stay hydrated and limit sessions to 15-20 minutes.
A passive recovery method using heated water therapy to promote muscle relaxation, improve circulation, and reduce post-exercise soreness and tension.
Sit or recline in a hot tub with water temperature between 100-104°F (38-40°C). Relax your muscles and allow the warm water to promote circulation and muscle relaxation. Stay hydrated and limit sessions to 15-20 minutes.
Enter the hot tub and find a comfortable seated or reclined position with your body submerged in the warm water.
Exit the hot tub after the session, maintaining the relaxed state and improved circulation.
Relax your muscles, breathe deeply, stay hydrated, don't overheat
Staying too long, not staying hydrated, water too hot, falling asleep
Add gentle stretching movements, incorporate contrast therapy with cold water, or use massage jets.
Use cooler water temperature, shorter sessions, or try a warm bath instead.
Stay hydrated and limit sessions to 15-20 minutes to avoid overheating. Exit immediately if you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or too hot. Avoid if you have heart conditions or are pregnant.