Welcome to the Contrast Therapy Hub
The Contrast Therapy Hub is your go-to resource for mastering thermal wellness. Learn how heat and cold work together to restore balance, improve recovery, and elevate your wellbeing — powered by Arctic Ape™’s Saunas and Ice Baths.
SOME OF THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE BEAUTY AND BENEFITS OF CONTRAST THERAPY
What is Contrast Therapy?
Contrast therapy combines heat and cold exposure to stimulate the body’s natural recovery systems. By alternating between sauna heat and cold water immersion, you activate your cardiovascular, muscular, and nervous systems — resulting in improved energy, circulation, and overall vitality. It’s not just a wellness trend — it’s an ancient practice refined for modern performance and recovery.
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How It Works — Inside Your Body
When exposed to heat, your blood vessels expand — promoting circulation, detoxification, and relaxation. Cold water immersion, in contrast, constricts the vessels — reducing inflammation, calming the nervous system, and accelerating muscle recovery. This alternating thermal stress strengthens your cardiovascular system and boosts dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine — enhancing mood, focus, and mental clarity.
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Circulation:
Promotes oxygen delivery and detoxification
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Inflammation:
Reduces swelling and muscle soreness
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Mood & Recovery:
Elevates energy and mental wellbeing
How to Practice Contrast Therapy
Whether you’re a first-time user or a regular, the key to effective contrast therapy is consistency and safety. Start with short sessions — 5 to 10 minutes of heat followed by 1 to 3 minutes of cold. Gradually increase to 15–20 minute sauna rounds and 2–5 minute ice immersions as your body adapts. Always hydrate and listen to your body’s signals. Always seek medical confirmation from a medical doctor before attempting any sauna or cold water immersion
Sauna Before Or After Ice Bath: Which Should I Do First?
Some Common Questions
Have questions? Find answers to some of the most frequently asked queries about our products and services.
Are the saunas suitable for indoors and outdoors?
Yes. All our saunas and ice baths are suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments. Outdoor installations simply require correct ground preparation and weather protection for power connections. (this will be discussed prior to installation so there will be no unnecessary delays on site)
What warranty do your products come with?
Our products all come with a 2 year guarantee on our workmanship. Our heaters all carry a 1 year manufacturers warranty
Do you deliver and install anywhere in South Africa?
Yes — we deliver and install across South Africa. Remote locations will be discussed upfront but certainly can be accomodated
Who It’s For
From elite athletes to anyone looking to improve their general health and longevity, contrast therapy offers universal benefits. It enhances recovery for high performers, supports longevity seekers through metabolic activation, and provides everyday users with stress relief and improved sleep quality.
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Longevity Seekers:
Cellular resilience and hormone regulation
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Wellness Enthusiasts:
Stress relief and daily rejuvenation
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Athletes & Trainers:
Faster muscle recovery and improved performance
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Spas & Gyms:
Elevated client experience and repeat engagement
Start Your Contrast Therapy Journey
Ready to build your own contrast setup? Our Arctic Ape Pods - a Sauna and Ice Bath bundle designed for perfect thermal balance. Experience the full spectrum of recovery, performance, and wellness — in your own home or studio.