This year has been so stressful for so many and we need to spoil ourselves and look after our bodies.
In Sydney during the 80s, we used to party hard and Sundays were spent recovering. To help soothe our sore heads we would go and have a float; it really helped and experts say that an hour’s session is equivalent to eight hours sleep.
Last month I booked a float at White Spa on Jervois Road. What an experience - the ultra-deep relaxation of your body’s hormonal and metabolic balance in a warm salty water. Wow, is all I can say.
An incredible feeling of weightlessness will allow your mind to drift away for pure inner peace and a total tranquil experience. Floatation allows you to reach a deep state of relaxation, meaning that many may hallucinate, or even fall asleep inside the tank. Although some individuals reach this state on their first floatation experience, some will find that it will take them multiple sessions to reach this height of relaxation - every person’s experience is unique.
Magnesium is a major component of Epsom salts. In human biology, magnesium is the eleventh most abundant element by mass in the human body. Its ions are essential to all known living cells. Hundreds of enzymes require magnesium ions to function.
Floatation in Epsom salts is an easy way to increase sulfate and magnesium levels in the body. A floatation session lasts around an hour; the last twenty minutes will end with a transition from beta or alpha brainwaves to theta, which will open your mind for creativity, problem solving, super learning, etc. You will reach a deeper level of relaxation, low stress and pain reduction.
Everything is provided for your session: ear plugs, towel, shampoo, conditioner and a hairdryer (although the hairdryer wasn’t necessary for me!) Next time I will try a 45 minute massage. In fact, thinking of Christmas, their vouchers would make the ideal gift for someone who needs a special treat.
WHITE SPA, 182 Jervois Road (in the arcade), T: 09 376 9969, www.whitespa.co.nz