What is HydroMassage™ and Its Benefits?

Wellness isn’t just about working out, and your path to well-being should be as relaxing as it is invigorating. That's where recovery activities like massage therapy—and more specifically, HydroMassage™—come in. HydroMassage™ fuses modern technology and ancient therapeutic techniques to relax your body, reduce tension, and promote recovery.

Below, we’ll explore what HydroMassage™ is and its benefits for gym-goers. We’ll also let you in on the perfect time to enjoy a few of these revitalizing HydroMassage™ sessions for yourself.

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What is Hydrotherapy? 

Let’s start with a little bit of history. Hydrotherapy is a holistic healing method that uses water to treat various health issues, including injury, stress, and pain. A naturopathic treatment widely used throughout the centuries, hydrotherapy utilizes water at different temperatures, pressures, durations, and sites to produce physiological and therapeutic effects on different body systems. 

What is HydroMassage™?

HydroMassage™ is a type of hydrotherapy, although the two terms differ. Hydrotherapy involves soaking in warm water and enjoying types of massage via strong jets in a hot-tub-style setting. 

HydroMassage™ gained popularity in the 1960s and has evolved alongside 21st-century technology. A HydroMassage™ table or chair is a massage machine that allows users to receive all the benefits of a relaxing massage while staying dry, comfortable, and in control. With the simple push of a button, the proper pressure and temperature are immediately available, providing a personalized and rejuvenating experience.

The Benefits of HydroMassage™ for Gym-Goers 

Since the 1980s, collaborative research and review efforts have produced an astounding amount of scientific evidence to conclude that hydrotherapy is beneficial in the following ways: 

• Stimulates blood circulation.
• Promotes relaxation.
• Reduces inflammation.
• Improves joint mobility and muscle flexibility, which is beneficial in recovering from injuries or relief from chronic conditions like arthritis.
• Enhances the immune system and aids in detoxification processes within the body.

The evolution of hydrotherapy into HydroMassage™ brings numerous benefits for gym-goers, supported by scientific evidence. 

HydroMassage™: Before or After Workouts? 

The best time to experience HydroMassage™? As often as possible! This therapeutic massage is difficult to overdo, so as often as you have time to indulge, it's a win for your body. 

Before a workout, HydroMassage™ can be beneficial for flexibility, stress reduction, and relaxation. But stick to a gentle, low-pressure massage pre-workout in order to avoid deep massages that could cause muscle soreness and poor performance. And make sure you're also practicing a dynamic stretching sequence before diving into your workout. 

After a workout, HydroMassage™ therapy offers numerous benefits, including reducing muscle soreness and inflammation and speeding up recovery. Deep-tissue massages can be more effective, especially after a workout, as they help improve blood circulation, deliver oxygen to muscles, and increase oxygen flow to affected areas. Post-workout massages also help reduce lactic acid buildup within muscles, which causes soreness due to decreased oxygen supply. 

As a holistic therapeutic approach that helps improve overall well-being and performance, there's no wrong time to indulge in HydroMassage™ therapy. 

How often should you get a HydroMassage™?

Now, the question remains: What's the ideal frequency for HydroMassage™ sessions? The answer is, well, it depends upon your unique needs and preferences. For some, weekly sessions could be the perfect routine, providing consistent stress relief and recovery. Others may find that an occasional indulgence suits their lifestyle better. Luckily, one of our favorite things about HydroMassage™ is its adaptability; it's a therapeutic treat that can align seamlessly with your individual wellness goals. Listen to your body and incorporate HydroMassage™ as often as it elevates your overall well-being.

Experience HydroMassage™ at Planet Fitness 

While regular massage therapy can be expensive, it doesn’t have to be. At Planet Fitness, massage chairs and HydroMassage™ are included with our most popular membership—the PF Black Card®. We’re committed to supporting your fitness every step of the way, offering expert guidance and a haven for rejuvenation. 

HydroMassage™ isn't just a massage; it blends the ancient wisdom of hydrotherapy with modern convenience for the ultimate relaxation and recovery experience. If you're ready to elevate your fitness routine with HydroMassage™, it's as simple as finding a Planet Fitness club near you.* 

What are you waiting for? Experience the full benefits of relaxation and recovery by booking a HydroMassage™ session today.

*Amenities and Perks are subject to availability and restrictions. See home club for details.