Unlike other professions, athletes spend as much time if not more caring for their mental, physical and emotional health off the court as much they do on the court. From soccer players, to hockey players, to baseball, football, and track stars, this holds true across all sports. Not only does a hiccup in an athlete’s physical health affect the players, it also affects the teams spending millions of dollars on these players as well as their fans spending hundreds if not thousands to support them. Unfortunately even with this knowledge, many times in NBA history for example, we have seen situations where key players are out all season because of preventable injuries. And although there are many different ways for an athlete to take care of their physical and mental health, hydrotherapy has been known to help athletes recover faster and perform better by reducing soreness, improving flexibility thereby enhancing athletic performance.
Recover Stronger, Perform Better
Did you know that the average schedule of a basketball player is divided into a 666 ratio? That means 6 days a week, 6 hours a day, and 6 months in a year is spent in training. This schedule also carries over to their off days. So for this period of time they are lifting weights, running drills, and shooting hoops, which over time can take a physical toll on their bodies. Introducing hydrotherapy into an athlete’s wellness routine can provide an avenue for athletes to not only get welcome physical relief but also beneficial mental relief.
Physical Benefits of Hydrotherapy
- The warmth of an Arctic Spa can help to reduce inflammation and promote circulation which helps to fasten recovery times.
- It helps to relax the muscles, allowing athletes to be more flexible which can help prevent muscle stiffness and increase their range of motion.
- Arctic Spas’ customized jets like the SDS option provides a powerful massage to help reduce pressure on joints and soothe inflammation.
- Soaking in your hot tub daily can help you relax and manage stress, leading you to sleep better which is an essential part of muscle recovery.
Mental Benefits of Hydrotherapy
- Hydrotherapy has been known to have a significant impact on mental clarity by releasing endorphins which naturally elevates your mood.
- Hydrotherapy greatly contributes to reduced levels of the stress hormone, cortisol.. This allows for a healthier and more relaxed state.
- Soaking in your hot tub daily can help relax your nervous system and improve cognitive function, which allows you to sleep better, an essential for athletes.
Hydrotech for High Performance
While raving about the benefits of hydrotherapy, it is of no benefit to anyone if hot tub maintenance adds another layer of stress. In a quest to eliminate this, Arctic Spas® has created an innovative system Spa Boy®, that allows you to monitor the state of your hot tub from anywhere in the world. Paired with the Smart pH system,, it automatically senses and adjusts your spa’s pH to balance and improve water clarity. Not only do you experience the benefits of hydrotherapy for improved physical and mental health, but you no longer have to worry about manually maintaining your spa.
Visit us at our nearest show room to get started on your journey to a well-rounded wellness routine that leaves you experiencing ease like never before!
