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The Dual Benefits of Owning a Swim Spa
But you can also benefit from a smaller and more focused package – a swim-spa. Also known as a never-ending pool or aquatic trainer, it uses special machinery to let you swim in a spa-like environment.
A swim spa is a great option for those looking for a pool to use as a way to improve fitness but don’t have the space for a lap pool or large pool. It combines the benefit of a lap pool with a hot tub in a compact package which is more efficient in space and cost.
Read on to discover how to get all of those advantages and more in your own home.
Defining Swim-Spas
A swim-spa is, as the name suggests, a compact combination of spa and a traditional swimming pool. It’s somewhat larger than a hot tub. Large enough for you to lay on your back, front, or side. But the real magic comes from the fact that the swim-spa has built-in resistance jets. Your body moves forward as you swim. However, at the same time, the jets push the water back. This essentially creates a similar effect to running on a treadmill – but with swimming instead of running. The water current is adjustable to accommodate all types of fitness levels.
They also provide features comparable to a home spa or hot tub. Imagine if you had a home treadmill that gave you a massage after a good run. That’s basically what you get from a swim-spa. It’s both a workout and relaxing cooldown in a singular, compact, form factor.
Difference Between Hot Tubs And Swim-Spas
- Size
- Function
- Installation
- Cost
The previous description is enough to give you a rough idea of what a swim-spa can do for you. But things get even more exciting as you delve into the finer details. For example, the ways in which it differs from a hot tub.
Size
This is the most easily noticed difference between a swim-spa and a hot tub. A swim-spa is generally about twice the size of a hot tub. This is in large part due to the fact that you’re only going to sit in a hot tub. Whereas a swim-spa needs to accommodate people sitting, swimming, or even a combination of both at the same time.
Function
Installation
Cost
Benefits Of A Swim-Spa
A swim-spa essentially gives you the workout potential of a pool along with the relaxation found with hot tubs. You can use it as a regular workout environment. But you can also relax, socialize, and luxuriate in it as well. This combination makes it perfect for socializing, home workouts, helping with chronic conditions like arthritis, and more. You can even adjust your workout’s intensity by changing the current’s speed.
Types Of Swim-Spas
The types of swim-spa differ depending on your needs. Some models come with special jet designs to target muscles on your back or legs. Other models put an emphasis on size to fit solo or group use. And there are even inground models. Other ‘portable’ models are designed for easier transport and contain all of the associated equipment.
How Much Do Swim-Spas Cost On Average?
You’ve probably noticed two important elements of a swim-spa at this point. First, they offer a tremendous number of benefits. Second, they produce those benefits through some pretty inventive high-tech ideas. The combination of these two elements might make you expect an equally impressive price tag. And that was true when they first hit the market. But today you can find them priced between $13,000 and $25,000. What’s more, that generally includes the initial delivery and setup cost. They’re usually more expensive than a hot tub, but not by a huge margin. And that’s pretty amazing when you consider that a swim-spa gives you the benefits of both a pool and a hot tub in a single package.
On top of the lower starting cost you also have a number of options available to tweak the price even further. For example, you can lower the total cost by going for smaller sizes. Or you might choose to go with fewer options if you don’t think you’ll need them.
However, you can also choose the flip side. You can finance any project with Viking Capital to ensure you have the perfect swim-spa of your dreams. You should think about some of the customization options when budgeting. For example, you can go with top-of-the-line options for water jets, resistance bands, and various strength training options. There’s even a wide range of accessories like aqua bikes for underwater cycling for true low-impact exercise, mirrors to monitor your form when swimming and tailored sound systems to help guide your mood.
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