Aquatic exercise and mental health
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aquatic exercise is known to act as a mood booster and improve mental health. Similar to traditional exercise, regular aquatic fitness can reduce stress and improve one’s quality of life, as studies have shown swimming to be a great stimulus to create a more positive mood in both men and women. For those with fibromyalgia, the CDC also states that aquatic exercise can decrease anxiety and, if performed in warm water, depression.
Routine aquatic exercise can also improve the health and mental well-being of pregnant women and their unborn child. It has also been linked to enhancing the bond between families with disabled children, as it provides a way for them to spend time together while improving their health.
Fitness spas and mature adults
Fitness spas are also popular among mature adults looking to improve their overall health and lifestyle. Performing low-impact exercises in a fitness spa is ideal for mature adults who are not able to perform more strenuous exercises on land.
Regular aquatic exercise can also decrease disabilities by improving joint and muscle flexibility, which helps to improve overall mobility and ease of daily activities.
Hydrotherapy benefits
Since ancient times, warm-water therapy has been one of the safest and most effective methods of improving mental and physical health.
When shopping for a fitness spa, consumers will be pleased to learn that not only do they serve as a complete aquatic gym and rehabilitation centre; many models also offer the same hydrotherapy benefits found in traditional hot tubs. For example, most seats in a fitness spa are ergonomically designed to cradle the body and feature a variety of strategically placed therapy jets to deliver a full-body massage.
Further, if the fitness spa is set at a higher temperature, the soothing hot water will raise the body’s temperature and, as a result, bolster the immune system and trigger endorphins—the body’s natural pain and stress relievers.
Design
Although traditional swimming pool builders and crossover commercial builders are throwing their hats into the ring of swim and fitness installations, these types of projects can be quite costly and, in most cases, are not capable of providing the same comprehensive and practical features of a fitness spa.
Today, the most important goal for fitness spa manufacturers is creating a safe and multi-functional design, which one can use to strengthen their physique and ultimately improve their quality of life. A properly designed fitness spa should include large entryways, steps and handrails, which allows the user to enter/exit the spa safely and comfortably.
For those who may need additional help when entering/exiting the spa, a variety of powerlift devices are available. These convenient lifts can be easily installed onto the side of most fitness spas and, in some cases, simply plugged into a standard power outlet. Other powerlift devices can be more complex and may require professional installation by a licensed contractor and electrician.
