New year’s resolutions are not anything, well, new. The tradition of honoring the new year has been around for thousands of years. And in the mid-1700s, the idea of looking at past mistakes and seeking Continue Reading
New Year’s resolutions to keep in 2022
Welcome to 2022! It’s been a week since we rang in the new year, marking not just a new page on the calendar but a new decade. For many, a week has also passed since Continue Reading
Best retirement plan? Look in your backyard!
Retirement. It feels as if you worked your entire life for this moment. It’s an exciting milestone — no more morning alarms, no more meetings. You no longer start a Monday with dozens of emails. You Continue Reading
How many jets should your hot tub have?
One of the first hot tubs to come off the Master Spas production line had 36 jets. It was a lot of jets compared to the first hot tubs that had just a handful. But Continue Reading
Family swim spa: How we reinvented quality time
“Mom, can I watch TV?” “Where’s my phone?” “Can you unlock the Switch?” The requests to turn on screens can become an almost constant refrain in our house. And while my children enjoy riding bikes, Continue Reading
6 backyard ideas to maximize outdoor potential
A backyard makeover can seem like an overwhelming endeavor. There are entertaining spaces to design, decks and patios to be built, landscaping to be planted. There are materials to choose, and you need to decide Continue Reading
Built-in relaxation: Outdoor in-ground spa ideas
A hot tub’s look can seem uniform — there are standard dimensions, options, and colors. But the look of a hot tub installation is anything but limited. There are so many hot tub ideas and sources Continue Reading
14 Elf on the Shelf ideas to make a splash this season
Naughty or nice, the Elf on the Shelf has become a holiday tradition for many families. The sometimes mischievous helper moves from place to place throughout your home from December 1 to Christmas Eve. But Continue Reading
Our favorite small backyard designs with hot tubs
See the potential of your space with these small backyard hot tub ideas! You have big dreams for your backyard. But your backyard? It’s not so big. While it can feel like you need acres Continue Reading
Recover and relax from long-haul COVID
One of the most perplexing things about COVID-19 is how the virus can affect people so differently. Some people might have mild symptoms that disappear in a few days or weeks. Others battle the virus Continue Reading
Can I use my hot tub without chemicals?
It might not sound relaxing to think about the chemicals that you put in your hot tub. Chlorine, bromine, a pH increaser. But do you know what’s even less relaxing? Hopping into a tub of Continue Reading
Mountain backyard turned retreat with swim spa
The mountains called — and they want you to have a pool. You can go for a swim on a warm summer day or float around while enjoying the surrounding landscape. You can entertain family and Continue Reading
Benefits of water exercise during pregnancy
Exercise is one of the best things that you can do for your body and your mind. Regular physical activity can improve your mood, boost your energy, improve your sleep, and benefit your overall health. Continue Reading
Small space, big impact: Trainer 19D swim spa ideas
Living in the city offers myriad benefits. Whether it’s a sprawling metropolis or a quaint town, city dwellers enjoy a sense of community. Groceries are nearby, and they can easily walk to restaurants. However, a Continue Reading
How a swim spa helped my son overcome fear of water
It was unseasonably warm that Memorial Day, and we had decided to head to the state park. The boys were excited to cool off on the beach, build a sand castle, and end the day Continue Reading
Oxidizer or chlorine? Tips for clear hot tub water
This news might come as a shock but there are different types of sanitizer for your hot tub. And while you can use chlorine to “shock” your hot tub water, it’s different from the products Continue Reading
Solved! How to fix low pH in your hot tub
You dip the test strip into the water, swish it around, and shake off the excess water. Standing next to your hot tub, you are waiting to see where your chemical levels are at. Testing Continue Reading
Shopping for the best swim spa? Meet your match
A swim spa can be a place to exercise, relax, entertain and, of course, swim. But models vary in size, performance, and features so it’s important to find the best swim spa for you. Swimmers, Continue Reading
Hot tub landscaping ideas for the Twilight Series 8.2
Whether you have a small backyard or plenty of outdoor space, you want an amazing place to enjoy with family and friends. But how do you create an outdoor living space that’s, well, meant for Continue Reading
Water exercise to improve bad posture
You tell yourself that you are just getting older. Getting out of bed in the morning, you find yourself walking a bit hunched over. Your low back feels tight, sometimes even a bit uncomfortable. But Continue Reading