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Did you know that using a hot tub regularly is not only a financial investment, but it’s an investment in your life?

As you shop for a hot tub and look at the price tags, you may wonder if it’s worth it. In this article, we’re going to show you that the improvement in your life is definitely worth the cost.

For millions of years, people have recognized the benefits of warm water therapy. From the Egyptians to the Romans, the Japanese and the Russians, the Swiss and more recently, the Americans – past to present – we can all agree that hot water immersion is good for you body, soul, and mind.

Ready? Let’s look at five tips for changing your life.

Tip #1: Stress Reduction

Most adults can agree that stress rears its ugly head on occasion. and, for some of us, it’s ongoing. Deadlines, traffic, family and work obligations, the state of the world – whatever the cause, stress can be a huge problem for you both physically and mentally.

For those people who regularly use a hot tub, they find that hot water immersion greatly reduces stress and its effects.

You’ll find that regular hot tub use helps calm the min and the body. Numerous studies show the positive effects of hot tub soaking on people who are stressed out.

When you soak in warm water, your body releases dopamine which is your own natural “feel good” drug.

Tip #2: Massage

Wouldn’t it be great to have a massage every day? We think so.

But, for most of us a $100 massage every day is out of the question.

Here’s where the hot tub comes in. The jets in our Hot Spring, Caldera, Freeflow, and Nordic spas are high-quality, making them as effective as your favorite masseuse.

So, when you have a hot tub in your backyard, you do get to enjoy a massage every day.

Is the cost worth it? Well, yes. If you had a massage every day, you’d spend $3,000/per month. With a hot tub, you can finance it over time, greatly reducing your costs. What’s more, once the hot tub is paid for, you are in good shape!

Tip #3: Closer Connections

Cell phones, tablets, and gaming devices all get in the way of quality time spent with family and friends.

In fact, if you have children and teenagers, you may find it increasingly difficult to have a conversation with them without a phone in their hands.

The great thing about hot tubs? No phones allowed.

Your spa time together is a great space to talk, listen, and get to know your kids better. It’s also a great place to spend quality time alone with your spouse, reconnect, and rekindle romance.

Tip #4: Backyard Vacation

If you don’t yet have a hot tub in your backyard, you may only experience its effect while on vacation. Why not bring the retreat home to your backyard?

Adding a hot tub to your backyard creates a beautiful centerpiece. With its lighting, water features, and gorgeous cabinetry, it’s a piece of artwork in your backyard.

Once you add some landscaping and seating around, you’ll never have to go on vacation again.

Tip #5: Healing

Did you know that hot water hydrotherapy provides joint pain relief for many people including athletes and people who suffer from arthritis, diabetes, and fibromyalgia.

Hot tubs help ease joints and muscles because of the buoyancy of the warm water.

Regular hot tub use can alleviate many aches and pains because the water takes the pressure of gravity away.

A Smart Choice for Changing Your Life

A hot tub is a smart choice for the savvy homeowner who wants to improve his or her quality of life. It’s a smart choice if you want to practice wellness and healthy living.

With these five tips on how a hot tub can change your life, we invite you to take a look at the owner’s stories below and then stop by to see our spas in person!

Owner Stories: The Garners – “It Connects Our Family”