Hot tub how long to stay in

So, the guidelines above are a good general starting point. Things will change though depending on a number of variable factors. So,being aware of the time you are in the hot tub is vital. If you need an attractive visual cue to help you with this then this Sauna Hourglass Sand Timer could be just what you are looking for! When your body temperature rises small blood vessels beneath the skin rapidly dilate. You are probably familiar with how some people go red when they are hot.

This can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure and the heart has to pump harder to compensate for this and to keep the circulation going. Making sure you are out of the sun in shade can help and be more comfortable. If you need some ideas for sun shades have a look at my sunshade page here!

The warmth is lovely and relaxing, being in the hot tub is said to actually help lower blood pressure, the lower blood pressure can relieve headaches and migraines. You can even burn off as many calories as going for a short walk if you get a good sweat on! This is where you suddenly realize that your body is amazing! Apparently, rather than it being an involuntary puffing up of the skin, your skin goes wrinkly to improve your grip!

If you are using chlorine in your hot tub it can potentially cause skin irritation. One of the main symptoms is dry skin, in more severe cases this can develop into a rash as well. Chlorine is also not great if it comes into contact with an already present skin condition such as eczema. You can minimize the problem by making sure that you check that you have the correct chemicals in your hot tub on a regular basis.

Moisturizing and applying vitamin C cream can also help. Hot tubs are warm and damp places and, if not properly cleaned and disinfected, bacteria will spread quickly. They should keep their soak times in hot tubs that are degrees F under 5 minutes and in hot tubs between degrees F under 15 minutes.

Kids should always have an adult with them to keep them safe and to help limit their soak times. Having kids sit up higher in the tub so the water line is around their waist is another good hot tub safety rule to follow.

Adults with health conditions like blood pressure issues, heart disease, or diabetes should talk with their doctors for their own personal hot tub safety rules. This also applies to people on certain medications. Adults without any significant health issues have more flexibility for their time in a hot tub. Similarly, the elderly, diabetic, stroke sufferers and people with high or low blood pressure should avoid a hot tub for the same reasons, especially if it is at maximum temperature.

You should bear in mind the weather when using an outdoor hot tub. Stay in for shorter periods of time to avoid overheating, fainting and dizziness. The combination of bubbles, lights and jets in what is effectively a huge bath outside is so exciting. As a general rule, infants and toddlers should not use hot tubs, not only due to the risk of drowning but because of the chemicals involved. The general guidance is around 20 — 30 minutes at one time, so if you do want to enjoy your hot tub for longer you can always have a break and get back in.

Always stay hydrated, and keep some drinking water nearby to replace your fluids. Share on pinterest. Share on twitter. Share on linkedin. Related Posts. Chelan WA Store Hours. Facebook Instagram. Quick Links.