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Did you know that you can use your swim spa to work out? Not only that but water-based workouts can be really effective, whether you are looking to build strength and endurance or in need of a low-impact way to get high-impact results. Staying active and fit is simple to do when you have a swim spa at home.

What’s the best way to work out in a swim spa?

Experts say that it’s highly effective to commit to short bursts of activity, especially when you first start working out. That also makes it easier to fit your workouts into your day – and the easier it is to get your workout done, the more likely you are to be consistent with it. A 15-minute workout, for example, can be incredibly effective. In fact, according to the medical journal The Lancet, 15 minutes of physical activity a day can reduce the risk of early death. So, a regular 15-minute workout is the key to preserving your physical health in the long-term – and can also have a lot of positive mental health benefits too. Whether you’re looking for weight loss, strength building or just a sociable way to get active and connect with friends or family, your swim spa is a great place to do it.

How does exercising in your swim spa work?

The swim spa generates a continuous current – if you want to swim as your form of exercise then you can use this current to swim against for as far (or as long) as you like. But that’s not all that you can do in a swim spa. You can also jog and walk against the current, as well as using it for other exercises. The water can provide excellent strength-building resistance, as well as a way to soften the impact of gravity when you’re working out.

15-minute workouts that you can do in your swim spa at home

• A workout for beginners: up to 20 reps each of inner rotator cuff and outer rotator cuff exercises, followed by step downs and step-up lunges (10 each). You can then move into stretching with 15 seconds of a hip stretch, a hip flexor stretch, lumbar extension, hamstring strength and shoulder stretch.
• A workout to build endurance. Start with 20 trunk twists on each side, followed by sun gods for one minute in each direction. Move on to the legs with 20 reps each of step downs and calf raises, followed by working the arms with bicep curls and band rows (20 reps each). Move onto a tricep extension for 20 reps and a band chest press for 20 reps.

If you want to stay fit and active then there are huge advantages in speed and convenience if you can do this at home. A swim spa also enables you to build endurance – and minimise the potential for injury. Plus, you only need to do 15-minutes a day to see real results. We offer servicing and post-sales care for all of our customers to make sure that our customers get the best out of their hot tub. We are proud to have a multi-award-winning showroom located in Kent, so please come down and try out our huge range

If you’re looking to add value to your property – and to enhance your lifestyle – a swim spa or a pool is a great idea. Both have a wide range of benefits, look great and can be an appealing asset to any home. But which option should you go for? A swim spa and a pool will each have something different to offer so it’s important to make the choice that is right for you.

Swim spa vs traditional pool – what to think about

• The space you have available. If you opt for a swimming pool then you will need to have a sizable area available for the pool. A huge water feature like this can be appealing – or it may not be something that you really have space for or want to make the focus of your outdoor area. This is where a swim spa can be an advantage. The technology in a swim spa generates a current that you can swim against and this, effectively, creates a pool of unlimited length. You can just keep swimming and swimming in the same space. So, if you don’t have that much space available – or you’re not keen for the space you do have to be taken up by a large pool – the swim spa can be the better choice.
• Do you want to use it all year round? The reality is that most pools get their use in summer and then the area is covered for the winter months. This is because they don’t stand up that well to seasonal changes and heating swimming pools in the winter can be expensive and difficult to do. That’s not the case for a swim spa, however, which you will be able to use all year round. That means all the benefits of hydrotherapy, from improved wellness to better sleep, are much more accessible.
• The budget that you can spend. Installing a swimming pool in any property can be expensive. Even the most modest designs can set you back around £20,000 with the top end options coming in at around £100,000. In contrast, a swim spa can be installed from anywhere between £17,000 and £40,000. It’s much cheaper to get the best model with a swim spa than a pool.
• The amount of maintenance you want to do. Another key difference between a swim spa and a traditional pool is that the pool is likely to require a lot more maintenance. So, the choice between a swim spa and a pool may come down to the time – and budget – that you have available for this. Daily maintenance for a pool can cost up to £15, compared to £8 for the maintenance of a swim spa. This may not seem much but added up over the course of a year it’s a significant difference.

A swim spa is a great option for any property, whether you’re looking to use it for fitness or fun. We offer servicing and post-sales care for all of our customers to make sure that our customers get the best out of their hot tub. We are proud to have a multi-award-winning showroom located in Kent, so please come down and try out our huge range

When it comes to the way that you set up your home, family, fitness and fun are all likely to be priorities that you want to accommodate. But did you know that investing in a swim spa can help with all of these? If you’re keen to find ways to improve your family’s activity levels, as well as together time – and how much fun you have – then a swim spa could be the answer. Here’s why:

It’s a lot more convenient

One of the main reasons many of us fail to commit to fitness goals and stick to them is simply because of a lack of time. A swim spa can have a big impact on the overall fitness of your entire family. And sticking to activity or fitness sessions in the swim spa is easy because it’s only a few steps from the house. It’s also a great way to get everyone exercising and staying active without the pressure of a gym or space where there are a lot of other people around.

There’s so much you can do in a swim spa

Obviously, you can use your swim spa for swimming – which is one of the most effective full body exercises around – but there are lots of other ways to stay active in the water too. Whether your family love aqua aerobics, strength training or you’re looking to improve mobility there are so many ways in which a swim spa can help with this.

It doesn’t have to be all about intense activity

A swim spa can be somewhere that you have fun with the family and improve fitness at the same time simply by throwing a ball around. Maybe it’s a place for racing games or trying out a bit of water-based jumping around. The great thing about a swim spa is that there is no hard ground when you fall and kids can be supervised by you at all times.

Working out in a swim spa is low impact

The water reduces the impact of gravity on the body while also providing some serious resistance for those who are focused on training. So, a swim spa will give you a great space in which to jump around and get active with much less wear and tear on joints and muscles than you’d get from doing this on concrete – that’s good for all the family.

You can use it all year round

Many of us assume that a swim spa is for summer but heating the water means you can actually use it all year round. And if you’re looking to access some of the benefits of cold water therapy then don’t heat your swim spa and get into the habit of immune-boosting cold plunges instead (not advisable for the very young or old).

From keeping the family healthy to providing a space for some serious fun, these are some of the reasons to invest in a swim spa. As a family-operated business encompassing two generations, we have over 50 years of combined experience selling and servicing hot tubs, swim spas, pools, saunas, gazebos and steam rooms. We love what we do because we love the lifestyle that comes with owning a luxurious hot tub or swim spa. Get in contact with a member of the team today to explore our range of fantastic products.

Swim spas have become increasingly popular over the past few years. They are not only a great way to enhance your garden but also provide somewhere to exercise and relax too. If you have a swim spa in your garden – or you’re planning to install one – then here are some simple ways that you can turn the space into a relaxing retreat.

Add some decking around the swim spa

There are lots of options here, from stone and concrete to stylish wood decking. It will not only enable you to make the most of the swim spa but also enjoy the space around it – and create a stylish feature for the garden too.

Landscape the area around it

Landscaping features can really bring a garden to life and, if you tailor them to the swim spa, then you can create a wonderfully relaxing retreat around it. Fountains and ponds can be a great way to complement the water element of the swim spa and vibrant plants and flowers will really bring the area to life.

Opt for a semi-sunken swim spa

This is a great design if you’re keen on aesthetics and can create a sleek and integrated look if you’re going to install the swim spa above ground. It also makes for a much safer way to use the swim spa if you have young (or much older) family members, as it helps to put safety first.

Sink the swim spa and make it a landscape feature

For many swim spa owners the sunken look is going to be the most appealing option, especially if you have a garden with some pretty incredible views. A sunken design can give you somewhere to sit and soak and appreciate the views from – add decking or paving for an ultra sophisticated finished look.

Put your swim spa under cover

Especially if you want to be able to use the swim spa all year round then a shade or structure that provides some shelter can be a really good idea. You might want to install the swim spa completely indoors or invest in an outdoor construction that gives you shelter from the elements and also looks great.

Incorporate it into an existing outdoor building

If you’ve already got a building in your garden then it can create seamless consistency in your outside space to integrate the swim spa into that design. That could be putting the swim spa inside – or simply installing it where the two can complement each other.

Add some outdoor furniture

To create a really sociable space around your swim spa, furniture is a really good idea. That could be some luxurious sofas, chairs to recline on or tables that you can use for food and drink. Shade, lighting and sound are also worth considering.

Make a fitness space

Because swim spas are such a great place to get active you can make yours the focal point in a fitness space. Whether it’s weights, machines or just a yoga mat, it’s a great idea to dedicate an area to your physical health.

If you’re keen to turn your garden into a relaxing retreat with your swim spa these are some of the simplest ways to do it. As a family-operated business encompassing two generations, we have over 50 years of combined experience selling and servicing hot tubs, swim spas, pools, saunas, gazebos and steam rooms. We love what we do because we love the lifestyle that comes with owning a luxurious hot tub or swim spa. Get in contact with a member of the team today to explore our range of fantastic products.

The idea of a spa experience has always been to soothe the mind and body and help you to find some peace away from the worries of life. But there’s no reason why you need to pay for an expensive spa package when you can easily do this for yourself at home. When you have a hot tub it’s entirely possible to create the perfect at home spa experience – here’s how.

Preparing yourself and yourself for an at home spa experience

• Make sure you put the time aside for this essential self-care so that you don’t have to rush or worry about being interrupted. Put your phone away so that you don’t get distracted.
• Set up the environment. This will include ensuring that the hot tub is at the right settings and creating the right aesthetic, whether that’s with LED flameless candles or aromatherapy and relaxing music.
• Think about what you’ll need post-spa. That could be a big fluffy dressing gown to get into, somewhere to lie down and make the most of the relaxation or even a delicious snack. Get all these ready in advance so that when it’s time for the spa experience you can just enjoy.

An at home spa experience should soothe both the body and the mind

So make sure that you take both into account when you’re planning this experience for yourself. Start with the body..

• Spend some time soaking in your hot tub and enjoying the relaxing benefits of the jets.
• When you’ve been in the water for a few minutes try some relaxing stretches to help ease out any tension from your muscles and joints.
• Use the steam from the hot tub to help with any skin issues. It will naturally help to detoxify your skin but you can help this along with some soft facial massage.
• Spend plenty of time sitting back and relaxing in between these so that you get the full experience of the warm water and the jets and the way this will help release any stress.

And then move onto the mind..

• When you’re soaking in the hot tub, close your eyes and begin to focus on your breathing. You can try some breathing exercises to help increase the relaxation – ensure that your exhale is longer than your inhale to help ease you into a more relaxed state.
• Try doing a body scan while you’re in the hot tub. Close your eyes and think of each part of your body, moving from your toes all the way up to the top of your head. In each area try to focus on what you’re feeling and if there’s any tension there, encourage it to release.
• Use some meditation techniques. For example, you could imagine your mind is like the water in the hot tub, constantly flowing and at ease. Or you could listen to a guided meditation while you relax in the water.

If you want to create the perfect at home spa experience then your hot tub is an essential part of this. As a family-operated business encompassing two generations, we have over 50 years of combined experience selling and servicing hot tubs, swim spas, pools, saunas, gazebos and steam rooms. We love what we do because we love the lifestyle that comes with owning a luxurious hot tub or swim spa. Get in contact with a member of the team today to explore our range of fantastic products.

The rise in the cost of living is affecting everyone and energy prices are one of the biggest concerns for many people. When it comes to your swim spa’s running costs there are lots of ways that you can influence this. If you’re concerned about this type of expense as we move into the second half of the year towards the cooler months then here are 5 ways that you can easily reduce your swim spa’s running costs.

1. Lower the temperature in the swim spa

It’s the most obvious way to reduce costs and will save you a significant 5-10% on your bill for heating the water. You don’t need to reduce the temperature that significantly to see a difference either – just one degree can produce a much lower bill. If you find that lowering the temperature by one degree still feels good then try another – this is the ideal time to do this, as the air will be warm for another couple of months.

2. Review your filtration cycles

The filters in a swim spa have an important role to play – they reduce any build up of potentially harmful bacteria, for example, and ensure that dirt and debris don’t affect the system. However, they can be expensive to run if you’re doing this in the wrong way. So, switch your filtration cycles so that they are running at off peak times to use less energy. You can also lower the settings if you’re using the swim spa less – for example, a two-hour cycle twice a day if the spa is getting occasional use.

3. Get a cover that fits – and use it

Swim spa covers are filled with foam, which helps to trap heat and they are an essential part of ensuring that your swim spa isn’t leaking heat unnecessarily. So, make sure that you have a good cover with robust insulation that will help to trap heat. A reflecting cover protector can also help with this. If the foam insulation gets wet then its efficiency will fall quite significantly so it’s important to check regularly whether this is happening.

4. Look after your filtering system

It’s one of the most important parts of the swim spa – and also the component that can most affect running costs. Keeping it clean and maintained will have a big impact on running costs because if filters aren’t kept clean this can cause debris to build up and means that the pump has to work twice as hard to do its job and filter the water. Regularly cleaned and maintained filters will use minimum energy and keep costs low.

5. Fill the swim spa with warm water

This is one of the simplest ways to avoid big energy bills. Make sure you start with a small layer of cool water and then add your warm – max temperature 40 degrees – to fill the swim spa, rather than waiting for the water to be heated up.

If you want to reduce your swim spa’s running costs this year then these are some of the simplest ways to do it. 

As a family-operated business encompassing two generations, we have over 50 years of combined experience selling and servicing hot tubs, swim spas, pools, saunas, gazebos and steam rooms. We love what we do because we love the lifestyle that comes with owning a luxurious hot tub or swim spa. Get in contact with a member of the team today to explore our range of fantastic products.

If you’re keen to do more every day to boost your mood and wellbeing then a swim spa is a great resource to have. Cost effective, fun to use and much closer to home than a gym, your swim spa can be a great way to support physical and mental health. These are just some of the activities that you can do in a swim spa that will boost your mood and wellbeing.

Swimming

It’s the most obvious activity for a swim spa – and also one of the most effective. You’ll be able to swim against the current that works for you, which means that swimming in your swim spa is ideal for all fitness levels. And for getting fitter. If you’re keen for an activity that works pretty much every major muscle group then swimming is it. It’s a supportive way to improve your health and fitness and boost overall wellbeing too.

Running

If you’ve always been someone who found running painful – or you’re looking for more of a challenge than a treadmill – then running in a swim spa is ideal. In the water, the heaviness of gravity is minimised so you’ll get all the benefits of running without the pressure on joints and muscles. Plus, running in the water provides greater resistance, which means you can have a better and more intensive workout if you choose to. Run against a current that works for you, whether that’s focused on fitness or rehabilitation.

Rowing

Maybe you’ve always wanted the fitness benefits of rowing but never had a rowing machine – or just never got around to using one at the gym. With a swim spa at home you can do regular rowing whenever it works for you. It’s a much more authentic and effective experience to actually row on water and it can get you used to ‘real life’ conditions on the water too if that’s where your focus is.

Supported strength activities

Strength training is becoming increasingly popular with people of all ages because of the many benefits that it offers. If you’re looking to start training with weights in a more supported way then the swim spa is the ideal place for this. You’ll be able to get fitter and stronger more quickly – and with less risk of injury – if you’re working out in a swim spa. Plus, many people find the experience much more enjoyable.

Time out and time off

You don’t have to only use your swim spa for intense physical activity and improving your fitness. It’s also just as important for your mood and wellbeing to have somewhere to switch off and relax too. Use the spa jets for an ultra relaxing massage, float to release tension from your body or just enjoy the benefits of warm water immersion. A swim spa is also a great place to be sociable – which is always a great way to boost your mood.

If you’re looking for ways to boost your mood and wellbeing, these swim spa activities will help you do it. As a family-operated business encompassing two generations, we have over 50 years of combined experience selling and servicing hot tubs, swim spas, pools, saunas, gazebos and steam rooms. We love what we do because we love the lifestyle that comes with owning a luxurious hot tub or swim spa. Get in contact with a member of the team today to explore our range of fantastic products.

The days are long, the air is warm and the sun is making much more of an appearance than it has for a long time. Summer has finally arrived and that means it’s the ideal time to get outside more. And if you are lucky enough to have a pool at home – or access to one – then this is the best moment to start really enjoying it. Because there are some very good reasons why swimming every day makes a lot of sense.

1. Get active, fit and slim. Swimming is a fantastic exercise that works the whole body but does it without placing excess stress on joints and bones. You can burn around 600 calories an hour from swimming, build strength and tone muscles. It also has many benefits when it comes to improving lung capacity and flexibility, as well as building up confidence in your body and what it can do. Plus, there are so many ways to do it, from breast stroke to butterfly or even aqua aerobics.
2. Cool down quickly and easily. Getting overheated can be really uncomfortable, especially if you’re spending all your time in a hot office or stuck on public transport or in traffic. The pool is a great way to quickly cool down, refresh and bring your body temperature back down.
3. Feel calmer and sleep better. It can be difficult to get a good night’s sleep in the summer – and a lack of sleep will leave you feeling tense and stressed. Swimming has been found to help aid sleep in a number of different ways. The buoyancy of the water is incredibly relaxing for your body and the exercise itself will tire you out and make it easier to wind down for a restful night’s sleep. As with any activity, swimming releases a rush of endorphins and these feel good chemicals can help to break any stress cycles you might be stuck in and ease you into a good night’s rest. Plus, the colour blue has been found to have a positive impact on mental health, to lower blood pressure and reduce anxiety.
4. It’s an accessible and affordable activity. If you have a pool at home then the only ongoing costs will be maintenance and you can save money on travel and costs that other activities might incur. Pools are also accessible because anyone can swim and enjoy it, from children who are learning under supervision to older adults looking for a way to be active or someone recovering from an injury.
5. Be more sociable. Because everyone can use a pool, and enjoy it together, it’s a great place to connect with friends and family. Swimming is an enjoyable activity for everyone and there are lots of ways to integrate socialising around it so that you get to see more of the people you love this summer.

If there is one thing you do more of this summer, we recommend swimming. It’s good for you, sociable and has a really positive impact on overall wellbeing. As a family-operated business encompassing two generations, we have over 50 years of combined experience selling and servicing hot tubs, swim spas, pools, saunas, gazebos and steam rooms. We love what we do because we love the lifestyle that comes with owning a luxurious hot tub or swim spa. Get in contact with a member of the team today to explore our range of fantastic products.