Are you ready to embrace the power of hot-cold therapy?
‘Steamy, spiritual and stress-busting’ are the first words of an article titled “The sauna secret: why Finland is the happiest country in the world” by Miranda Bryant of the Guardian Australia. Saunas are not only ‘skin tingling’ but also help people ‘explore what it means to be human’. They can potentially influence our happiness, energy levels, and inner tranquility, especially when used in the winter.
If you’ve ever felt the exhilarating contrast of stepping out of a sauna and dousing yourself with cold water, you know that hot-cold therapy is both invigorating and rejuvenating. This ancient practice, used for centuries in cultures around the world, is said to offer numerous health benefits, including improved circulation and enhanced mental clarity.
Hot-cold therapy, also known as contrast therapy, involves alternating between heat exposure—such as a sauna—and a sudden cool-down, typically through a cold shower, ice bath, or refreshing bucket of water. The shift between temperatures stimulates the body’s physiological responses, promoting healing, relaxation, and overall well-being.
At Aquila Eco Retreat, our outdoor sauna and cold-water bucket experience provide the perfect setting to enjoy the benefits of contrast therapy. Imagine unwinding in the warmth of the sauna and then stepping out into nature to refresh yourself with a bucket of cold water. Many of our guests have highlighted their Aquila hot-cold therapy session in reviews. The word that most comes to mind from their experience is EXHILARATING!
Are you ready to embrace the power of hot-cold therapy? Your body and mind will thank you!
Reference
Bryant, M. “The sauna secret: why Finland is the happiest country in the world“, 6 December 2023.
