Hormetic therapy is a term that has been gaining momentum in the health & wellness industry. From cold showers to different countries’ sauna habits, everyone seems to be talking about this phenomenon. So what exactly is hormetic or hormesis therapy? And what are the benefits of hormesis health? Below
Found—Space is a hormetic tech company specialising in equipment designed specifically to induce a hormetic stress response (known as hormesis) since 2008. Today, Found—Space is proud to offer two of the easiest and most-effective hormetic technologies in infrared saunas and ice baths to customers in New Zealand and Australia.
What is Hormesis Therapy?
Hormesis is the biological process where certain types of stress at the right amount result in beneficial effects on our cells and our health. To put it simply, there are good stresses on the body and there are bad ones. By triggering protective systems in our bodies through controlled exposure to these good stressors, we can activate a range of adaptive responses that can make us stronger, healthier and happier.
Hormesis therapy is where you actively use these good stressors to trigger beneficial hormesis, such as through intermittent fasting, intense exercise, and extreme cold or heat exposure. These stressors can be difficult to accomplish safely in professional environments, let alone at home. This is why Found—Space hormetic technology, such as our ice baths and saunas, are designed to induce this response in a simple, controlled, and safe manner, allowing you to access these benefits from the comfort of your home. Exposing our bodies to these beneficial stressors regularly can activate a range of beneficial physiological cascades that improve our health, resilience & adaptability.
What are the Benefits of Hormesis Therapy?
Depending on the type of hormesis therapy, hormesis has been shown to have not only physiological but also cognitive benefits as well. Some of the benefits of improved hormesis health through the use of ice baths and saunas can include:
- Improved functionality, resilience and/or tolerance to stressful situations
- Enhanced brain health, focus and concentration
- Increased longevity
- Improved cardiovascular fitness
- Increased circulation
- Better physical performance and endurance
- Reduced inflammation, pain and swelling (speeds up the body’s recovery process after physical exertion)
- Improved cellular health
- Better sleep
- Easier weight management
And, if those benefits weren’t amazing enough - when you use both of these hormesis therapies together (alternating between hot and cold temperatures) this can enhance these benefits further as well as broaden the kinds of positive health outcomes. Get in touch with us to find out more about this and the best way to use hot/cold therapy!
Book a Discovery Call Today
To learn more about how saunas and ice baths can fit into your lifestyle, Book a no-obligation call with one of our hormetic technology experts who can provide you with more info on hormesis health and hormesis therapy. Our team can help you to find the perfect sauna and ice bath for your home and your unique health goals & challenges.
