Question 1

What is float therapy?

Accepted Answer

Floating involves lying in 10″ of water, super-saturated with 1000 lbs. of Epsom salt. You float effortlessly like a cork. Sensory input is reduced to a minimum – there’s no light, no sound, and the water is heated to skin temperature. Your body relaxes deeply & naturally from the Epsom salt and weightlessness. Combined with the lack of stimuli, the environment helps induce a meditative state.

Question 2

What are the benefits?

Accepted Answer

Stress/Anxiety Reduction – Floating offers a unique environment that minimizes external sensory input to the brain. This leads to a significant reduction in cortisol levels, the body’s main stress hormone, promoting a sense of calm and a chance for the nervous system to rest. The Epsom salt solution aids this by reducing muscle tension and relaxing the body.

Chronic Pain Relief – The buoyancy provided by the Epsom salt solution allows the body to float effortlessly, reducing the effect of gravity and, in turn, relieving pressure from joints, muscles, and bones. The magnesium in the water can also help with muscle relaxation and reducing inflammation.

Deepen Meditation – Floating is an ideal environment for meditation. It allows one to achieve deeper levels of meditation with ease due to the lack of external stimuli. It’s especially helpful for beginners who may struggle with traditional meditation practices.

Improve Focus & Creativity – The distraction-free environment of a float tank can foster deep cognitive processing. By minimizing distractions, the brain can channel its resources towards creative thinking and problem-solving. This state can lead to increased imagination, original thought, and concentration, beneficial for artists, writers, and professionals alike.

Better Sleep – The deep relaxation achieved while floating mirrors the brain’s state during the early stages of sleep. This can help reset the body’s sleep cycle, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep. Floating can also increase the production of sleep-promoting neurotransmitters like melatonin, enhancing overall sleep quality.

Aid Athletic Recovery & Performance – Athletes use float tanks to expedite recovery after strenuous workouts. The anti-gravity environment helps alleviate muscle soreness and accelerates the removal of lactic acid from muscles. Additionally, the peaceful solitude allows athletes to mentally recover, reducing sports-related stress and anxiety.

Balance Mood & Regulate Emotions – The calming effect of floating can have a significant impact on mental health, particularly for anyone dealing with anxiety and depression. The lack of stimuli helps lower stress hormone levels, while the deep relaxation can play a role in mood regulation, allowing for healthy emotional processing and contributing to a more balanced mental state.

Question 3

What do I need to bring?

Accepted Answer

You don’t need to bring much! Since floating is typically done in the nude, there’s no requirement for a swimsuit. We’ve got you covered with all the essentials – earplugs, towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are all provided. If you prefer to bring your own shower shoes and/or hair brush, feel free to do so.
For your first visit, we recommend arriving 10 minutes early. This allows one of our guides to walk you through the process and answer any questions you may have, ensuring a smooth and relaxing experience.

Some prefer to use a bathing suit for the "Fire and Ice" room, if you would like to you can, otherwise we sanitize and clean after every session to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience every time.

Question 4

How often should I float?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the person and individual goals/intentions, but the simple answer is the more you float, the more benefits you’ll feel.
The majority of our regular guests & members float between once/week and once/month for general stress/anxiety and wellness. Many people choose to float a lot in short bursts, due to a life event, injury, or creative project. Others, like those dealing with chronic pain or lifelong meditators, float nearly every day!
Ultimately, it’s a personal choice. Floating is a versatile tool. Our goal at Elevate is to help you discover how floating can uniquely improve your life. Our general recommendation is to commit to 3 float sessions in your first 3-4 weeks to get a true sense of what it’s all about. You’ll get over the novelty of the first experience, and start to develop some soft skills for getting the most out of your sessions.
Our pods are designed to support this and help jumpstart a regular practice. We’ve found that those who float 3+ times in the first month tend to intuitively figure out how floating can benefit them, and from there, maintaining a 2-4+ float/month practice tends to yield the best results.

Frequently asked questions

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