What’s best – cold water or hot water? Well, in the world of well-being, the answer is both. A cold dip is invigorating and boosts your energy levels, while a soak in a hot tub is soothing and relaxing. And it’s easy to have both benefits at your fingertips with your very own home spa – right on your doorstep. Hot Tubs in France supply a range of wood fired hot tubs and plunge pools as well as a funky sauna if you really want to go all out on feeling relaxed, improving your health, sleep and a whole host of other benefits.
Hot Tubs in France has been delivering and installing eco-wood-fired hot tubs all over France for several years. They have built up a fantastic reputation for excellent customer service, going above and beyond expectations, and creating a legion of seriously happy customers.
Nicola and Tim McCabe, who live in Nouvelle Aquitaine, France, set up the company when they moved from the UK, taking their beloved Cotswold eco tub with them. “We knew we couldn’t leave it behind; we just couldn’t be without it” laughs Nicola. “Once you have one, you can’t let it go because you know what it does – helps you sleep better, makes you feel relaxed and creates a little pocket of time-out in your day that does all sorts of wonderful things for your well-being.”
Cold Water Therapy
Plunge pools have been in the news a lot lately as users discover the many benefits of cold-water therapy. Tim’s daughter starts her day with a 2-minute plunge and says her energy levels are higher afterwards. His son-in-law Chris took a bit of persuading to try it out, but, as a construction worker with aching joints, he gave it a go and is now hooked on his morning cold dip, saying it makes his legs feel so much better. Even 7-year-old granddaughter Eliza pops into the plunge pool each morning and laughs every time.
“The thing with the cold-water dip is that it really does clear your mind. I mean, you can’t really focus on anything other than breathing and shivering! But I mean that in a good way. I’ve really looked into it, and there’s lots of evidence that, over time, you build resilience. It also helps to enhance your metabolism, your body has to work harder to regulate its core temperature, produce more energy to stay warm and therefore burn more calories. And it’s really good for your skin, reduces puffiness, increasing blood circulation. You can really see the difference.”
Hot Tubs in France’s barrel-style plunge baths are stylish, don’t take up much room, need no special plumbing and are super low maintenance.
Hot water therapy
Just the two of you? Or do you want to invite family and friends to bask in the warmth of your hot tub? Hot Tubs in France have a whole host of hot tub styles, including hydro models with a superb massage system. They’re all wood-heated, which is a real plus with electricity costs spiralling, and the sound of the crackling fire actually enhances the whole experience.
Aside from the pure enjoyment of a hot tub soak, a health benefit in itself, it’s also a great way to let go of the stresses and strains of the day. Multiple studies have shown that the benefits of a hot tub soak include relaxing your muscles, encouraging the release of dopamine (the “feel-good” hormone), and bathing in hot water helps to get rid of toxins, so it improves your skin too. “And there’s more, so much more,” says Nicola. “We’ve been using our hot tub for years, and when I’m away from it, I really miss it. I know it makes me feel better. I’ve studied so many reports on hot tub benefits – it lowers your blood pressure, relieves joint and muscle pain, and more recent studies indicate that regular sessions in a hot tub can reduce your blood sugar level, being in the hot water increases your body’s consumption of energy, it’s like exercising, while you relax.”
Their wood-fired hot eco tubs come in sizes from two to ten and a variety of colours. They’re suitable for year-round use and eco-friendly, non-chorine products keep the water clear for extended periods.
No sweat? Oh yes – do sweat!
To complete the whole feel-good factor, meet the sauna.
It’s cute looking, but don’t let that fool you. This wood-fired sauna means business, and it’s good. Seriously good. Suitable for up to 6, they heat up quickly – it takes very little wood to get them to optimal temperature. “Honestly, these wood-fired hot tubs are such a great way to hack into your happy hormones,” says Nicola. “It’s been known for centuries that there are multiple benefits with saunas, from lowering stress levels to improving your skin. Studies show they can help prevent cardiovascular disease, reduce muscle pain and stiffness, and show a positive link between sauna therapy and mental well-being.”
Saunas come in two different wood finishes and are made with high-quality, durable materials.
Hot tubs and saunas delivered and installed in France
And the stress-free icing on the cake – the hot tubs and saunas can be delivered and installed anywhere in France (and the plunge pools too!).
Tim and Nicola deliver all over France to private homes, gites, hotels, campsites and more. They help with installation and provide after-sales support. Their customer service is second to none. And they love the feedback from happy customers.
Get in touch with Nicola and Tim at hottubsinfrance.com to find out more – and if you fancy a kick start to your fitness levels this year – just mention The Good Life France when you’re buying a cold plunge tub and they’ll give you €200 off until the end January 2025.
