Exercise Swim Spa

An Introduction to Swim Spas

If you are an ardent swimmer but don't want to go to the local swimming pool, you always have the option of getting a personal pool at home. But a swimming pool requires big space, money and maintenance effort. A great and viable alternative to a swimming pool is a swim spa. This innovative product combines the benefits of a swimming pool, Jacuzzi and a hot tub. Swim spas let you workout your entire body and also enjoy soothing water massages that relax both your body and mind.

 

Features and Benefits of a Swim Spa

There are six jets in a normal swim spa, which make sure that there is a continuous flow of water. The internally fitted turbines produce counter currents, an effect that gives you a feel similar to swimming in the ocean. This is like performing water aerobics which is an invigorating form of exercise.

 

The temperature control facility can heat the water to the desired temperature, allowing you to use the swim spa all round the year. The hot water is also therapeutic as the warm water along with the gentle jets of water has a massaging effect on stressed muscles. Hot water therapy is advantageous for the skin as well. It helps open pores on the skin, releasing harmful toxins from the body.

 

This hot water massage also helps in increasing your metabolism rate by improving blood circulation. If you have a swim spa at home then going to a day spa on a regular basis will no longer be necessary. By a one time investment in a swim spa, you can save a lot more by avoiding those regular trips to the spa.

 

Installation and Maintenance

Swim spas are ready made and come in various sizes and shapes. Another benefit is that it can be placed anywhere – at ground level, or fully or partially under ground. It can even be placed indoors or on the roof, based on your preference. The ease of installation also makes it a popular choice among homeowners.

 

The swim spa comes with a shell and liners that can be bolted together. Once the shell is installed, the liner can be fixed. After that, the necessary plumbing can be done and your spa would be ready to use.

 

Advantages of a Swim Spa over a Swimming Pool

 

The swim spa acts as a swimming pool as well as a hot tub. The cost of setting up and maintaining a swim spa is less than installing a proper pool. Most swim spas come with temperature control and you can use the spa through out the year. But in case of swimming pools, heating system has to be externally provided and it is much more costly to operate than the system in a swim spa.

 

The swim spa comes fitted with a more effective filter system that reduces manual effort of constantly maintaining the pH of the water, unlike in case of normal pools. Some models also have an inbuilt ozone generator that produces ozone to purify water.

 

With so many features and advantages to its credit, swim spas are becoming more and more popular. They are the perfect solution for working out and are also effective as a recreational measure.

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Canadian Spa Co St Lawrence Deluxe 60 16ft Jet Swim Machine. $17999.99 All the benefits of a full size pool without the drawbacks, the St. Lawrence swim spa is a swimmer's dream. At 5m long, 5 swim jets and Canadian Spa Co.'s unique swim lane system, the St. Lawrence is tailor-made for the swimming enthusiast. When you feel the need, change up your exercise routine and jog in place against a gentle current.White.Made from plastic.The current is fully adjustable, allowing you to customise its flow for any level of swimming from beginners to Olympic standard. Convenient digital controls allow you to set the water temperature where it's most comfortable. Kerbside delivery to a UK address and an installed replaceable filter.After a good swim, relax with a soothing massage in one of the 4 multi jet captain's chairs. Or lay back and relax in the no- float lounge chair. Thanks to the St Lawrence, you can now enjoy the full body effects of aquatic exercise in the privacy of your own backyard! Includes hard top cover.Silver marble shell with synthetic low maintenance charcoal cabinet.High quality maximum triple layer insulation package.Hard top safety cover with locks.Holds up to 6 adults.Aromatherapy system.4 x 4 HP water pumps.6 seats including a no-float lounge seat.2 headrests.3 shoulder and neck jets.60 back and lumber jets.2 hip jets.4 leg jets.3 foot and ankle jets.72 hydro-massage stainless steel jets.Rapid heating system.Massage system.3 kW balboa heater.10 air controls.Digital control panel.Digital balboa M7 controls with backlight.Premium underwater LED lighting systems.'Slow flow' ozone system (Mazzi injector).24/7 water purification system with UV Ozone.Water filtration system.For indoor and outdoor use.Requires 230 V/45 Amp RCD breaker (not included).Size H500, W228, D137cm.Weight 1136kg.EAN/MPN/UPC/ISBN: 758076091002.

Signature Taupe Swim Spa Steps $864 Complement your spa or patio with durable maintenance-free spa steps. Snap-together design makes these spa steps easy to install anywhere. Includes two handrails with drink/towel holders. Made from plastic. -Made in the USA

Swim Time Tsunami Inflatable Spa $1220.3 Place this Aero Spa anywhere, your back yard, patio, or tote it along in your RV. No time-consuming or costly installation involved, simply remove the spa from its box, plug in, press a button, and watch the Aero Spa inflate itself in minutes. Color: Black/whiteInflates itselfEasy set-up, no tools neededPlugs into 110V outletMassaging Bubble System with 130 Air JetsFilter and heater designHolds up to 211 gallons of water and 4 adultsSpa heats up to 104 degrees FahrenheitIncludes a zippered thermal cover, filtration pump and two filter cartridgesInner diameter 55 inchesOuter diameter 73 inchesMaterials: 40 gauge PVC vinylDimensions: 19 inches high x 22 inches wide x 28 inches longModel: NP5868

Swim Time Inflatable Spa Replacement Filter Cartridge $47.71 This replacement filter cartridge from Swim Time is designed specifically for use with inflatable spas. This spa accessory will help keep your spa water crystal clear.Materials: ReemayDimensions: 7 inches high x 8 inches wide x 8 inches longModel: NFC5800

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The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta $147.35 The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta > PVR > Paseo De La Marina Sur 205 > Puerto Vallarta > > 48354>Location. Set within the resort and golf community of Marina Vallarta in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, the Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta affords panoramic views of mountain rimmed Banderas Bay and cruise ships that dock at a nearby terminal. The shops and restaurants of Marina Vallarta are located 500 meters from the hotel. Hotel Features. Tiki torches, three bars, DJs, and late night dancing create the ambience of Nikki Beach Restaurant & Bar. Pool bars, swim up bars and the lobby bar offer libations and entertainment. A business center includes six computers with high speed Internet connections. Wireless Internet service is available in public and pool areas. Palm trees and garden islands accent four lagoon style pools. One pool caters to children, with tubes and floats available for rent. A water sports center rents watercraft and offers scuba diving instruction/excursions. A mirrored wall fitness center contains a full range of exercise equipment, and the resort provides three lighted, artificial grass tennis courts. A health spa offers massage, body wraps and reflexology, and contains saunas, steam rooms and Swiss showers. A children's club for ages 3 12 provides three hours, daily, of complimentary supervised activities. Additional hours are available for a fee. Guestrooms. This resort offers 280 guestrooms and suites in a three section building. Furnished balconies or patios provide garden/partial ocean or full ocean views. Westin's signature Heavenly Beds comprise foot thick pillowtop mattresses, triple sheeting, down filled blankets and down comforters. Heavenly Cribs and Heavenly Dog Beds are available on request. Marble bathrooms feature Heavenly Showers with dual heads and separate tubs. Décor and furnishings include terra cotta tiles and faux stone, white walls, contemporary art prints and honey colored and wrought iron furniture. High speed and wireless Internet access is available for a fee. Expert Tip. The resort maintains a nursery for hatching endangered turtle eggs during the nesting season. When turtles hatch, July January, guests can assist in releasing them to the sea.Notifications:Additional fees and deposits may be charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. >The preferred airport for The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta is Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) 2.1 km / 1.3 mi. Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property’s location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometre.

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Sunset Beach Resort and Spa All Inclusive $299.07 Sunset Beach Resort and Spa All Inclusive > MBJ > Montego Freeport > Montego Bay > > >Location. Located four kilometers west of central Montego Bay, Jamaica, Sunset Beach Resort and Spa All Inclusive stands at the tip of a Jamaican white sand peninsula. The resort is positioned four kilometers from the Bay West shopping mall. Hotel Features. This 22 acre Montego Bay resort features a selection of restaurants that include the open air Banana Walk and the Asian themed Silk Road. Swim up bars, beach bars, discos and seaside grills complete this resort's list of culinary offerings. The resort offers a business center with four computer stations, flexible conference space and dial up Internet access. An on site health and beauty spa features hydrotherapy, massages, beauty services, saunas and steam rooms. A large fitness center features a pool view, exercise equipment and a yoga and Pilates classroom. The themed water park features water slides, 40 foot high bridge, and a pirate ship. The Club Mongoose program offers activities for children ages two through 12. Pirate's Cove offers arcade games and reggae music. After dark entertainment includes Caribbean music, theme shows and nightly dancing on the beach.Guestrooms. This resort offers 430 guestrooms and suites in three buildings. Accommodations feature tile floors, tropical fabrics, and patios or balconies. Rooms overlook the city, bay, garden or mountains. Rooms in the two story building feature rattan furniture. Televisions offer U.S. cable channels. All guestrooms are nonsmoking units. Expert Tip. For a fee, shuttles operate three times daily to Montego Bay's Hip Strip.Notifications:Guests must be at least 21 years old to check in at this property. Additional fees and deposits may be charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. >The preferred airport for Sunset Beach Resort and Spa All Inclusive is Montego Bay (MBJ Sir Donald Sangster Intl.) 4.2 km / 2.6 mi. Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property’s location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometre.

Spa Medicine $9.99 The Medicine of the Twenty-first Century In Spa Medicine: Your Gateway to the Ageless Zone, Drs. Simpson, Sinatra, and Suárez-Menéndez introduce the concept of healthy, graceful aging through spa medicine. More and more, they say, spa medicine will radically change the way people think about spas. Instead of viewing the spa as a pampering oasis disengaged from any regular routine, people will begin to see it as a new way of life in which nutrition, exercise, nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals, and other healthy lifestyle practices form an ongoing foundation to help people thrive as they age. With ninety years of medical experience among them, the authors of Spa Medicine are supremely qualified to offer a fresh perspective on how to restore balance in one's life. They believe this is truly the medicine of the twenty-first century, and that medi-spas are the perfect places in which to integrate all facets of spa medicine for maximum benefit. The first part of this book discusses the ''Four Pillars of Wellness'' - detoxification, nutrition, exercise, and mind-body health. Part Two takes up the ''Four Secrets of Longevity'' - inflammation prevention, nutraceuticals, hormonal therapy, and cosmeceuticals. This informative, easy-to-understand book is illustrated with many helpful charts and tables. Appendices in the back expand on selected subjects, and the resources section has a full directory of medi-spas.

Swimming for Exercise (Paperback) $33.91 A practical guide to swimming for fitness and for enjoyment.Swimming offers a low-impact cardio workout as well as great resistance training. Swimming for Exercise is a practical and fully illustrated handbook that deals with all aspects of swimming as a fitness discipline. Former Olympian Greg Whyte helps non-swimmers, novice swimmers and experienced swimmers maximize the fitness benefits of their time in the water, improving their health and well-being.The book covers the four major swimming strokes -- front crawl, breaststroke, backstroke and butterfly -- explaining how proper form helps swimmers exercise more efficiently. Whyte describes how to structure a workout to keep it varied and exciting, and he provides complete training programs for beginner, intermediate and advanced swimmers.Topics covered include:The benefits of swimming and how to get startedGuidance on stroke technique and breathingStructuring and monitoring swimming sessionsDiving and flip turnsOpen-water swimmingLand training for strength and enduranceThe importance of diet and hydrationStaying motivated and having funSwimming for Exercise provides expert instruction and offers new challenges and inspiration for those who want to improve their swimming skills, those who want to take up the sport for exercise and those who already swim regularly.

Signature Redwood Swim Steps $487 Complement your spa or patio with durable maintenance-free spa steps. Snap-together design makes these spa steps easy to install anywhere. Includes two handrails with drink/towel holders. Made from plastic. -Made in the USA

Princess Seaview Resort & Spa $168.6 Princess Seaview Resort & Spa is located in Phuket, close to Big Buddha, Kata Noi Beach, and Kata Yai Beach. Resort Features. Princess Seaview Resort & Spa features a restaurant and a swim up bar. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness facility. Additional property amenities include a rooftop terrace and tour/ticket assistance. Guestrooms. Air conditioned guestrooms at Princess Seaview Resort & Spa feature coffee/tea makers and safes. Bathrooms feature bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Cable television is provided.

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Ace Hotel and Swim Club $78.9 Ace Hotel and Swim Club > PSP > 701 E Palm Canyon Dr > Palm Springs > CA > 92264>Location. Located in Palm Springs, this boutique property is conveniently close to the airport, near Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium, Plaza Theatre, and Palm Springs Air Museum. Features. Ace Hotel and Swim Club has a health club, an outdoor pool, a spa tub, a steam room, and a sauna. Ace Hotel and Swim Club features a full service spa. Business amenities include a business center, complimentary wireless Internet access, meeting rooms for small groups, and a technology helpdesk. Ace Hotel and Swim Club has a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar. Event facilities consist of a ballroom and conference rooms. Guestrooms. Amenities featured in guestrooms include speakerphones, air conditioning, and minibars. In addition, amenities available on request include a turndown service. Guestrooms have flat panel televisions with premium TV channel(s) and pay movies. Business friendly amenities include complimentary high speed (wired) Internet access, complimentary wireless Internet access, and desks. Balconies are featured in all guestrooms. All guestrooms provide refrigerators. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, scales, and bathrobes. Guestroom services include housekeeping. All guestrooms at Ace Hotel and Swim Club are non smoking. Notifications and Fees: The following mandatory hotel imposed fees are charged and collected by the hotel either at check in or check out. Hotel resort fee: US$ 20 per room, per nightHotel resort fee inclusions:Use of poolUse of fitness center or health clubInternet accessPhone callsIn room bottled waterValet parkingAdditional inclusions The above list may not be comprehensive. Mandatory hotel imposed fees may not include tax and are subject to change. Additional fees and deposits may be charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Pets: US$ 25 per pet, per night>The preferred airport for Ace Hotel and Swim Club is Palm Springs, CA (PSP Palm Springs Intl.) 3.8 km / 2.4 mi. Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property’s location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometre.

The Village Inn and Spa $149.33 The Village Inn and Spa > UVF > Rodney Bay > Castries > > >Location. This spa property is located in Castries, close to Rodney Bay Aquatic Centre, Reduit Beach, and Pigeon Island National Park. Features. The Village Inn and Spa has an outdoor pool and a spa tub. The Village Inn and Spa features a full service spa. The Village Inn and Spa has a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a swim up bar. Guests are served a complimentary breakfast each morning. Guest parking is complimentary. The staff can arrange wedding services. Guestrooms. Amenities featured in guestrooms include air conditioning, coffee/tea makers, and televisions. Bathrooms provide hair dryers and showers only. Notifications:Additional fees and deposits may be charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. >

Azia Club & Spa at the Azia Resort & Spa $493.68 Azia Club & Spa at the Azia Resort & Spa is located in Paphos, close to Tombs of the Kings. Additional area points of interest include Paphos Lighthouse and Paphos Archaeological Park. Resort Features. Dining options at Azia Club & Spa at the Azia Resort & Spa include a restaurant and a coffee shop/caf?. A swim up bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge are open for drinks. Room service is available during limited hours. The resort serves a complimentary buffet breakfast. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a children's pool, a health club, and a spa tub. The property's full service health spa has massage/treatment rooms and beauty services. This 5 star property offers small meeting rooms, secretarial services, and a technology helpdesk. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. This Paphos property has event space consisting of banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, a ballroom, and exhibit space. The property offers a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge). Wedding services, limo/town car service, translation services, and tour assistance are available. Guest parking is complimentary. Additional property amenities include a children's club, a fitness facility, and barbecue grills. Guestrooms. Air conditioned guestrooms at Azia Club & Spa at the Azia Resort & Spa feature minibars and safes. All accommodations have balconies. Furnishings include desks and sofa beds. Bathrooms feature televisions, bidets, bathrobes, and hair dryers. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Televisions have premium satellite channels. Also included are windows that open and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests may request refrigerators and wake up calls. Housekeeping is available daily.

Bali Spirit Hotel & Spa $89 Bali Spirit Hotel & Spa is located in Ubud, close to Arma Museum, Ubud Monkey Forest, and Ubud Market. Nearby points of interest also include Ubud Royal Palace and Neka Art Museum. Hotel Features. Bali Spirit Hotel & Spa features a restaurant, a poolside bar, a bar/lounge, and a swim up bar. Room service is available during limited hours. The hotel serves a complimentary breakfast. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a spa tub. The property's full service health spa has massage/treatment rooms. This 3 star property offers small meeting rooms, limo/town car service, and business services. Wedding services and tour assistance are available. Guest parking is complimentary. Additional property amenities include a concierge desk, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. Guestrooms. 19 air conditioned guestrooms at Bali Spirit Hotel & Spa feature minibars and coffee/tea makers. All accommodations have balconies. Bathrooms feature handheld showerheads. They also offer slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Satellite television is provided. Also included are complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. Guests may request refrigerators, irons/ironing boards, and wake up calls. A nightly turndown service is offered and housekeeping is available daily.

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