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Welcome to the SweatDecks wellness journal. Our team of credentialed experts -- including sports medicine physicians, exercise scientists, and master builders -- covers everything from cold plunge protocols and sauna health benefits to installation guides and product comparisons. Whether you're researching your first home sauna or optimizing a contrast therapy routine, you'll find science-backed answers here.

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Alkalinity vs pH in cold plunge water: what actually matters

Total alkalinity and pH are not the same thing. Learn the right targets (TA 80-120 ppm, pH 7.2-7.8) and how to balance cold plunge water safely.

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