Recovery Room
Our recovery room boasts a multi-person dry sauna and a cold plunge for the ultimate recovery after your training.
Infrared Sauna
How It Works
Infrared saunas emit infrared wavelengths that penetrate deeper into the body’s tissues than traditional saunas, gently heating muscles and organs directly rather than just warming the air.
Why It’s Beneficial
- Improved Circulation & Cardiovascular Support: Heat increases blood flow and heart rate in a way similar to moderate exercise.
- Detoxification & Sweat-Based Elimination: Deep sweating can help remove toxins from the body.
- Pain Relief & Muscle Relaxation: Heat can relieve tension, reduce stiffness, and soothe sore muscles.
- Stress Reduction & Relaxation: Infrared heat reduces cortisol and promotes a parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) state.
- Skin Health & Anti-Aging: Increased circulation brings nutrients to the skin’s surface, aiding complexion and elasticity.
Best Time to Use
- General Wellness: 15–30 minutes any time of day, often 2–3× per week for ongoing benefits.
- Post-Workout Recovery: Sauna after cool-down to help muscles relax and enhance circulation.
- Evening Use: Helps with relaxation and may improve sleep quality if session ends 2–3 hours before bed.
- Hydrate Before And After: Heat increases fluid loss, so electrolytes and water help optimize your experience.
Cold Plunge Therapy
How It Works
Cold plunging involves immersing the body in cold water (often 50–55°F / 10–13°C) for short intervals (30 sec–4 min). The cold triggers vasoconstriction, reducing blood flow temporarily and then increasing circulation when you warm up again.
Why It’s Beneficial
- Reduced Inflammation & Soreness: Cold exposure decreases swelling and soreness after intense workouts.
- Faster Muscle Recovery: Helps clear metabolic waste and supports post-exercise recovery.
- Mood & Alertness Boost: Cold exposure triggers endorphin and norepinephrine release, which can enhance focus and mood.
- Improved Circulation After Warming Up: The cycle of constriction and dilation enhances vascular health.
- Immune & Metabolic Effects: Emerging research suggests potential support for immune response and metabolic function.
Best Time to Use
- Post-Training: 1–2 hours after resistance workouts (delay immediately after strength training if muscle growth is a primary goal).
- Recovery Days: Ideal for active recovery and less intense training periods.
- Short Sessions: Beginners can start with ~30–60 seconds; experienced users may extend to 3–4 minutes.