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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.

Outdoor cedar sauna cabin and cold plunge tub on a wooden deck in afternoon light
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Sauna vs hot tub operating cost per year: what you'll actually pay

Saunas cost $150, $500/year to run; hot tubs run $700, $1,500+. See the full breakdown of electricity, water, chemicals, and maintenance before you buy.

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