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Guide · St. Petersburg, FL

Float, cold plunge or infrared sauna: which one is right for you?

From the team at Exhale Wellness Spa & Tea Room

Quick answer

A float is about stillness: you lie on warm Epsom salt water for 60 or 90 minutes. A cold plunge is about a jolt: one to a few minutes in cold water. An infrared sauna is about gentle heat: 30 to 60 minutes of warmth that feels softer than a traditional sauna. Exhale in St. Petersburg has all three.

What is the difference between a float, a cold plunge and an infrared sauna?

A float is about stillness: you lie on warm Epsom salt water for 60 or 90 minutes. A cold plunge is about a jolt: one to a few minutes in cold water. An infrared sauna is about gentle heat: 30 to 60 minutes of warmth that feels softer than a traditional sauna. Exhale in St. Petersburg has all three.

Which one should I choose if my mind will not switch off?

Most guests in that spot choose the float. Sound and light fall away, nothing presses on your joints, and you stay in control of the lid and light. Many pair it with red light afterward.

Which one should I choose if I want an energy lift?

The cold plunge. A short, bracing round leaves most guests sharp and awake. First-timers are coached through their breathing and stay in only as long as feels right.

Which one should I choose after a hard workout?

Many guests combine two of them. Contrast therapy alternates the infrared sauna with the cold plunge, and compression boots are a common finish. You can cycle at your own pace.

Can I try more than one in a visit?

Yes. Many guests stack services into one visit and finish in the tea room. Book the first one online and ask about adding the rest, or call 727-641-1731.

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Many guests stack these into one visit. Ask when you book.

FAQ

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Which is the most relaxing?

For most guests, the float. It is the quietest and longest of the three.

Which is the quickest?

The cold plunge. Most guests stay in for one to a few minutes.

Do I need to bring anything?

Swimwear for the cold plunge. For the float, everything is provided.

Is one of them safer for beginners?

If you are pregnant, have a heart condition or have any other health concerns, check with your doctor before you book.

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