Fall is approaching, and cooler weather will soon arrive in many parts of the country. But as tempted as you might be to store your patio furniture for the season, there are ways to enjoy Continue Reading
How to landscape around your swim spa
You’ve made the decision to add a new swim spa to your home. You’re thrilled about the many benefits it provides; it’s low maintenance, more energy efficient than an inground pool, heated for year round Continue Reading
10 best water exercises for knee pain
Joint pain can bring you to your knees — literally. Whether it’s caused by arthritis, injury, or tendinitis, joint pain can make it difficult to move through life. You might struggle walking up the stairs Continue Reading
Our favorite corner hot tub install: Dallas backyard
“My yard is my pride and joy,” says Dallas homeowner Christy. And, as you look around the courtyard-style outdoor space, it’s easy to see why. There are cozy seating areas and lush perennials, bistro-style string Continue Reading
Small backyard, big fun: Swim spa transformation
Craig and Heather had plans to move into the city and downsize their home. But the Indiana couple did not want to give up one of the things they loved most about their backyard — a Continue Reading
Pro triathlete Kessler on swimming in pregnancy
Meredith Kessler is living in what she and her friends call “nausea nation.” For most women, it’s the kind of place you visit during your first trimester of pregnancy. But for the 44-year-old professional triathlete, Continue Reading
Why do hot tubs go green? Spa water fixes
The color of water is not likely to be a popular conversation topic. After all, does it even have a color? But if you have ever walked outside to enjoy a relaxing soak in your Continue Reading
Long-distance triathlon prep: Carfrae’s pro tips
Mirinda Carfrae is a three-time IRONMAN World Champion, and she holds the run course record on the Big Island. Carfrae covered the 26.2 miles of the IRONMAN race in 2 hours and 50 minutes. But Continue Reading
Creating an at-home aquatic therapy pool
Water exercise had become a part of Susan’s weekly routine. Taking classes at the gym, she focused on exercises that helped improve her core strength and balance. But these classes weren’t convenient. The gym was Continue Reading
Summer soaking: Keep hot tub temperature in range
Can a hot tub be too hot? Your first reaction might be to say no. However, if you have ever dipped your toe in a hot spring or other spa where the water is 106 Continue Reading
Backyard makeover: A personal retreat in Tennessee
Tennessee homeowner Chris grew up swimming and loved to get in the water. But when it came time to add a swimming pool to his backyard, the space was not ideal. The yard was small Continue Reading
Backyard design ideas inspired by our top pins
The backyard has become more than a swath of grass, one that could be home to a vegetable patch or flower garden. This outside space has evolved from functional to fun, with more homeowners viewing Continue Reading
Pro triathlon swimming tips with Tim O’Donnell
Tim O’Donnell was a standout swimmer as a high school student. At his Pennsylvania prep school, he set multiple school records and earned all-state honors. But just years before, O’Donnell was trying to keep up Continue Reading
Your dream backyard makeover: Ideas for 2022
Make 20222 the year that you upgrade your outdoor space with the picture-perfect patio and a hot tub by Master Spas. An outdoor living area can be an extension of your home, and it deserves Continue Reading
Ready for spring? April checklist for hot tub owners
Cleaning out closets, emptying drawers, wiping down baseboards. Spring cleaning tasks often focus on the indoors. However, taking time to improve your outdoor living space will pay dividends come Memorial Day weekend (or earlier). From Continue Reading
Swim spa tips with pro triathlete Ben Hoffman
Watching Ben Hoffman move through the water, it can be hard to believe that he once struggled to swim a length of the pool. But the professional triathlete did not have a swim background when Continue Reading
Upgrade your vacation rental home with a hot tub
Choosing the best accommodations for a vacation, whether it’s a weekend getaway or a weeklong stay, is more than just a hotel happy hour and nice toiletries. Travelers are looking for more in their vacations. Continue Reading
Swimming tips with pro triathlete Meredith Kessler
When Ohio native Meredith Kessler first introduces herself, she shares that she is a mother and a wife. But she is also a professional triathlete with more than 60 full-distance triathlons under her race belt. Continue Reading
How to control your hot tub jets
A hot tub can be your sanctuary — a place where you can disconnect from the outside world and just be. Whether you want to soak in the warm water or take advantage of the massage Continue Reading
Pergola ideas for your backyard spa oasis
Create an outdoor sanctuary with these stylish structures From the rustic designs with salvaged farm wood to sleek modern styles, a pergola is just as much about function as it is about design. The garden Continue Reading