SweatDecks Blog

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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Cold plunge tub with water chemistry test kit on wooden deck
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Cold plunge pH level: what target range keeps your water safe

Cold plunge pH should stay between 7.2 and 7.8. Learn why that range matters, how to test it, and what throws it off. Full guide with real data.

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