Blog by All Weather Leisure

Even with focus on New Year’s resolutions, the motivation to stick to fitness goals often drops faster than the January temperature.  

 However there are scenarios that make your fitness plans feel much more palatable. What if you could step out your back door into a warm, inviting oasis that offers a professional-grade workout and a luxury recovery and relaxation experience?

This January, it’s time to rethink your exercise routine. At All Weather Leisure, we believe a swim spa isn’t just a summer luxury. It’s arguably your most valuable winter workout partner.

Tropical Temperatures 

One of the biggest hurdles to winter fitness is simply being cold. Traditional outdoor pools are shut down, and public indoor pools can be crowded, noisy, and chilly. A swim spa changes the game entirely.

With leading swim spa models from Jacuzzi and SwimLife, you are in complete control of your environment. The water is always set to your perfect temperature. You can swim miles against a powerful, adjustable current without ever hitting a wall—and without the shivers. Why not bring tropical temperatures to your back garden?

Low-Impact Exercise When You Need It Most

Winter conditions can be tough on the joints. Running on hard, icy pavements increases the risk of injury, while cold muscles are more prone to strains.

Swim spas offer a fantastic low-impact solution. The buoyancy of the water supports your weight (which may have seen a slight increase over Christmas!), relieving stress on hips and knees while the water resistance torches calories. Whether you are swimming breaststroke against the current, using resistance bands for strength training, or simply jogging in place against the power of the jets, you get a high-intensity workout with much lower impact than pounding the pavements.

Swim Spa vs. Indoor Pool: The Winter Winner

Some customers visit our hot tub showrooms asking about the difference between building an indoor pool and installing a swim spa. For winter use, the swim spa often wins on efficiency and versatility:

• Space saving: You don’t need a massive extension; a swim spa fits compactly in your garden (or a garden building).
• Running costs: Heating thousands of gallons in a traditional pool is expensive. Swim spas are designed with smaller volumes and superior insulation, making them far cheaper to keep warm (and of course, much less expensive than building a swimming pool).
• Hydrotherapy: An indoor pool is designed for swimming. A swim spa, like a hot tub, provides dedicated hydrotherapy seating. After your workout, you can drift into the massage seats and let the jets soothe your tired muscles. It’s like a gym and a spa day in one package, but in your own home.

Efficiency: Winter Heating Tips

Concerned about your energy bills? The good news is that modern swim spas from leading manufacturers are incredibly efficient, but a few simple habits make a difference:

1. Invest in a good cover: We recommend high-quality options like Smartop covers or rollaway covers. They lock the heat in and keep the winter debris out.
2. Lower the temp for workouts: You don’t need bath-water temperatures for exercise. Dropping the water temp by just a couple of degrees when swimming keeps you comfortable and saves energy.
3. Maintain your water: Winter water care is vital. Keep your filters clean to ensure your heater runs efficiently.

Find Your Winter Wellness Solution

Don’t let winter freeze your fitness progress. Whether you are a triathlete training for the next competition season or a family looking for fun, active time together, we have the perfect model for you in store.

Visit us at our All Weather Leisure showrooms in Cannock or Shrewsbury. Both of our showrooms are indoors, so you can browse our range of Jacuzzi and SwimLife swim spas in warm, dry comfort, no matter what the weather is doing outside.

Come and test the current for yourself. Your new winter workout buddy is waiting.