Michelle Austin does the freestyle at Ironman Boulder in August 2016.
This time of year brings longer nights and stressful holiday schedules, so it can be difficult getting that daily workout in. That's not to add to the fact that we are often surrounded by yummy, tempting holiday treats and meals often loaded with fat and sugar, busting our waistlines. It makes exercise seem even more imperative for many of us.
photo: Kimberly and family
Length of time at IHT: 3 years
My job at IHT: Delivery Department. I schedule and coordinate all the hot tub deliveries and crews. Plus a variety of Customer Care areas and bookkeeping.
Hometown: Colorado native - Westminster
Sports Team: Denver Broncos all the way
Favorite thing about Colorado: The weather because it's different every day.
Don't let Frosty melt in your hot tub this season! It's easy to overlook him when you're busy putting the tree up, decorating, shopping, meal prepping for parties, grading exam papers, and all the endless December activities!
Now that I have your attention...It's so important to carve time out each day to unwind with yourself, friends and loved ones so you can tackle the crazy, seemingly unnecessary stress during this time of year. Stress can build up from a variety of reasons; one being over-shceduling and feeling too busy, especially during the holiday season. Make time for YOU and YOUR body...20 minutes a day in the hot tub can help you relax and de-stress. It will also energize you, especially when it's frigid outside, and relax you for a much needed good night sleep!
Length of time selling hot tubs and pools: 8 years
Hometown: Londonderry, New Hampshire
College: Keene State College
Favorite thing about Colorado: The weather
“When people do not talk about the past, memories fade. Taking time to bring stories to life for others in the family is important”, said Jill Seng of International Hot Tub.
Elevated, Sustained Heat - For relieving back pain, the ability to target the entire area with intense heat is key, and one of the main reasons why a relaxing soak in a hot tub is so effective. Immersion in hot water raises core body temperature and increases circulation for less discomfort.
Just some kind words from some of our fave customers. There’s more where that came from. We're in it for a lifetime (literally and figuratively).
Just some kind words from some of our fave customers. There’s more where that came from. We're in it for a lifetime (literally and figuratively).
Thanksgiving is in a couple of days! According to the National Turkey Federation, Americans will consume around 45 million turkeys on a day filled with gratitude and togetherness. From IHT to your home, a little guide on selecting the Perfect Turkey for your Big Green Egg grill and/or Weber this holiday season! You may feel option overload...but relax.
One big advantage for your health in consuming turkey...they are always raised without hormones!
Organic: A wee bit pricier, but raised without both hormones and antibiotics. Better for the bird, better for your body long-term! These birds live off corn and soybean meal.
Pasture-raised: These birds feed on grasses and insects outdoors. Their varied diet produces flavorful meat.
Heritage Turkeys: Throwback a few hundred years. Growing in popularity, these birds have a longer life and slower growth rate. Their almost gamy meat flavor comes from a life mostly spent outdoors mating naturally. You won't find as much white meat here.
Free Range Turkeys roam outdoors freely in a fenced-in area most of the time. None of that 24-7 caged stress on the body.
All Natural Turkeys are minimally processed - you'll find natural flavorings sans the artificial preservatives. Oftentimes you'll find them in open houses with fresh air and water. They tend to be restricted to local shipping zones.
Young Turkeys offer a unique flavor and are always less than eight months old.
“National Physical Therapy Month is the perfect time to show people how they can effectively deal with pain without medications”, said Rich Hiner, president of International Hot Tub. Here are three simple tips for better pain management through therapy and other non-medication therapy.
