With Big White only an hour out of town, us Kelownites have the privilege to drive up and enjoy the snow whenever we please. For those of us who ski and snowboard, this is one of the greatest pleasures of living in Kelowna. Sometimes, however, with so much fun comes so many aches and pains. After a long day up at the ski hill, there’s no better way to wind down and relax than to soak in a hot tub. There are countless health benefits for using your spa before and after skiing.
Circulation
When you submerge your body in hot water, your blood vessels dilate, which increases circulation. As we all know, good circulation is essential for a healthy body.
The blood carries oxygen and vital nutrients to your cells, organs, and muscles. This assists healing and breathes life into your tired muscles. So, after a day on the slopes, hopping into the hot tub will restore your muscles and prepare you for your next ski day.
Joint Relief
Skiing and snowboarding puts a lot of stress on our joints, especially our knees. Using the spa after riding the hill relieves your joints of this pressure, allowing them to relax. The hot water cushions your limbs and eases inflammation. This reduces pain and facilitates healing.
Massage
Skiing and snowboarding is hard work. Your muscles are continuously engaged whether you simply carve down the hill or flip off of jumps. Using your hot tub afterwards relaxes and restores your muscles by massage.
Injury Prevention
Using the hot tub before you hit the slopes can prevent injury by warming up your muscles. Once your muscles are warm, stretch while you’re in the water to maintain your flexibility.
Your hot tub is also beneficial for healing existing injuries. In fact, Dr. Graham Jenkins says:
“Typically, we see benefits with three hot tub water therapy sessions per week for about 12 to 20 minutes each time. I also recommend some gentle and specific stretching to the injured area (or the area we are trying to treat) when they are in the hot tub. This can help increase their mobility and flexibility so the work I do in the office is more effective.”
If you are interested in knowing more about the health benefits of using a hot tub, phone us at 250-860-2266 or come visit us here at Valley Pool and Spa (1659 Cary road).
Right now, we have a sale on all 2018 hot tubs! Come in so we can help you find the spa that suits your unique hydrotherapy needs. Also, we deliver all across town, including up to Big White.