General Information

What is Awesome Health Club? 

Awesome Health Club is a wellness studio offering a range of services designed to promote recovery, relaxation, and overall well-being. Our offerings include ice baths, cold plunge, infrared saunas, cryotherapy, and more, all aimed at improving your physical and mental health.

Do I need to book in advance?

We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak times. You can easily reserve your spot through our website or by our APP.

Are there any membership options available?

Yes! We offer several membership plans to make regular visits more affordable. Memberships include exclusive benefits such as discounts, priority bookings, and access to special services. Contact us for more details on how you can join.

What should I bring to my session?

For the sauna and cold plunge, bring comfortable clothing or a towel. For the ice bath, swimwear or shorts is recommended. Be sure to also bring a water bottle to stay hydrated before and after your session.

Are your services available for people of all fitness levels?

Yes! Whether you’re an athlete, a weekend warrior, or simply someone looking to improve overall well-being, our services are designed to benefit everyone, regardless of fitness level. Our team is here to assist you with personalized advice based on your goals.

Do you offer any special deals or promotions?

Yes! We periodically offer special deals, promotions, and seasonal discounts. Keep an eye on our website or sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on the latest offers.

Infrared Sauna

What are the benefits of using a sauna?

Using a sauna offers numerous benefits, such as improving circulation, reducing muscle tension, detoxifying the body, promoting relaxation, and enhancing skin health. Regular sauna use can also help with stress relief and muscle recovery.

Can I use the infrared sauna after a workout?

Yes! Using the infrared sauna after a workout can help with muscle relaxation, improve circulation, and aid in the recovery process. The heat helps to relieve tension, reduce soreness, and promote faster healing.

Cold Plunge/Ice Bath

How does cold plunge therapy work?

Cold plunge therapy involves immersing your body in cold water (typically around 45-55°F / 7-13°C). This helps to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and speed up muscle recovery after exercise. It's also known to boost mood and enhance mental clarity.

How often should I use the ice bath or cold plunge?

We recommend using the ice bath or cold plunge a few times per week, especially after intense physical activity. The frequency can vary depending on your recovery needs and tolerance, but 2-3 times a week is a great starting point.

Is cold plunge therapy suitable for athletes?

Yes, cold plunge therapy is highly beneficial for athletes. It helps to reduce muscle soreness, enhance recovery, and improve performance by increasing circulation and decreasing inflammation after intense physical activity.

How should I prepare for my first cold plunge or ice bath session?

Before your first session, it's important to hydrate well, wear appropriate attire (swimwear or shorts), and keep an open mind! It’s normal to feel a bit uncomfortable at first, but we’re here to guide you through the process. Start slow and enjoy the benefits!

Can I combine cold plunge and sauna sessions?

Yes, combining cold plunge and infrared sauna is a popular technique known as contrast therapy. Alternating between heat and cold can help stimulate circulation, reduce inflammation, and speed up recovery.

Health and Wellness

What are the health benefits of adopting a vegan or plant-based diet?

Vegan and plant-based diets are associated with lower risks of heart disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer. They also promote better weight management and improved digestion due to higher dietary fiber intake.

Can I get enough protein on a vegan diet?

Yes, a well-planned vegan diet can provide all the necessary proteins. Sources include legumes, nuts, seeds, tofu, and plant-based protein powders, all of which offer complete protein profiles necessary for the body.

Is a vegan diet expensive?

While some specialty vegan products can be pricey, basic vegan staples like beans, rice, pasta, and seasonal vegetables are typically affordable and accessible. Planning meals around these staples can keep costs down.

What about vitamin B12 and other nutrients typically found in animal products?

Vitamin B12 is a common concern; however, it can be easily supplemented or consumed through fortified foods like plant-based milks, cereals, and nutritional yeast.

How can I start transitioning to a vegan or plant-based diet?

Start by incorporating more plant-based meals into your diet gradually. Replace meat with plant proteins like lentils or tofu, and explore different recipes that use whole and fresh ingredients. It's also beneficial to connect with community groups or online forums for support and ideas.

Are there environmental benefits to eating vegan?

Yes, adopting a vegan or plant-based diet has environmental benefits, as it generally requires fewer natural resources like water and land, and produces less greenhouse gas emissions compared to animal-based food production.

Caffeine & Health

How does caffeine work in the body?

Caffeine is a stimulant. It is a naturally occurring chemical found in coffee beans and other foods, drinks, and medicines. It can also be artificially synthesized for use in certain medicines. Consumption of caffeine increases alertness and activates the nervous system, temporarily warding off drowsiness and restoring mental alertness. This effect begins approximately 15 minutes after consumption but may take up to 2 hours before experiencing a full effect.

According to Cleveland Clinic, caffeine has a half-life of up to 6 hours. That means that after consuming caffeine at 8 AM one morning, it could potentially take until 2 PM before the body eliminates 50% of it!

Caffeine was approved as a food additive in 1958 because it has been found to dissolve easily in water and mix well with other ingredients. Caffeine is often associated with coffee, due to its high concentration in coffee beans. However, caffeine can be found in other ingredients that are commonly added to many products consumed every day including tea leaves, guarana seeds, cocoa beans, kola nuts, and yerba mate leaves. These are all considered dietary supplements because they contain naturally occurring levels of caffeine.

How much caffeine is safe to consume daily?

The FDA says that 400 mg of caffeine each day is the limit for healthy people over 17 years old, and this equals about four (8 fl. oz.) cups of coffee, 10 (8 fl. oz.) cans of cola, or simply about a couple of Monster Energy drinks! It's important not to exceed this amount because consuming more than 400mg can lead to unpleasant side effects such as jitteriness, insomnia, and heart palpitations, among others.

How many cups of coffee can I have per day?

The amount of caffeine that is safe to consume in a day varies from person to person. But if you're a heavy coffee drinker who has a high tolerance, don't take it for granted! Much like any other drug, too much caffeine over time could be bad for your health and could even cause death.

Fortunately, there are steps that you can take to prevent the negative health effects of caffeine. For example, when you're consuming caffeine in high amounts, it's suggested that you take a break every once in a while to allow your body to adjust and lower your tolerance. However, be careful if you go cold turkey, and completely stop drinking caffeine. Caffeine withdrawal is real and can cause irritability, nausea, and headaches. Therefore, gradually taper off once in a while.

It's also important to keep in mind how different types of caffeinated products affect people differently. Some might get jittery or suffer from palpitations, whereas others may feel nothing at all. That's why it's very important that you know exactly what affects you personally!

How long does caffeine last in the body?

Caffeine blocks adenosine receptors, which is a molecule that makes our bodies tired. This means that when we ingest lots of caffeine, our bodies won't be able to trigger the chemical reactions that send us signals to feel tired or sleepy. This is why many people experience alertness after drinking coffee or tea.

Adenosine builds up in our blood throughout the day before increasing at nighttime, which causes melatonin levels to increase and allows us to fall asleep naturally. When caffeine disrupts this process by blocking adenosine receptors, melatonin levels remain low and this causes difficulty falling asleep, insomnia, and sleep deprivation.

How much caffeine is in caffeinated beverages?

The amount of caffeine in coffee depends on the type of bean used, how it's prepared, and how concentrated it is. The average cup of brewed coffee contains about 100 mg, although there are many varieties that have more than 200mg!

A standard "energy shot", like 5-Hour Energy, has around 215 milligrams of caffeine for every serving (2 fluid ounces). Energy drinks usually contain around 80-150 milligrams per 8 ounces serving, so drinking one or two energy drinks daily would be within the daily limit of caffeine intake as long as you don't exceed the suggested serving sizes on each container.

Energy Drinks and Caffeine Consumption

Energy drinks have a very high caffeine content because they combine natural caffeine from coffee beans as well as synthetic caffeine which is created in a lab.

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Some side effects of energy drinks include nervousness, restlessness, irritability, insomnia, headache, nausea, heart palpitations (irregular heartbeat), and tremors (shakiness). But the most worrisome effect is that it may cause you to have an increase in your blood pressure, which can lead to an increased risk of having a heart attack.

If you're going to drink energy drinks, then it's best that you understand the caffeine amount of each type and how much caffeine is too much for you. Additionally, energy drinks contain a lot of sugar and tons of artificial ingredients, so it is important to also read the sugar content for each drink.

Dangers of too much caffeine

There are some people who suffer from chronic overconsumption, which means that they have been consuming large amounts of caffeine daily for weeks or months.

Caffeine has a half-life in the body of up to 6 hours, meaning that half of the amount consumed at 8 AM could still be in your system at 2 PM. With this type of long-lasting effect, there are serious consequences when you're drinking too much coffee and tea on a regular basis. Chronic over-consumption can lead to caffeine intoxication, which is when you have more than 400 milligrams of caffeine in your body.

Caffeine toxicity can cause symptoms that are similar to poisonings, such as vomiting, palpitations, and tremors. Symptoms of caffeine overdose include abdominal pain, delirium, disorientation, diarrhea, dizziness/lightheadedness, excessive urination or diuresis, hallucinations, or neuromuscular tremors. If the body has too much caffeine it could suffer from cardiac arrest.

Can you drink coffee while pregnant?

While the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends pregnant women to reduce their caffeine intake to as little as possible (lower than 200 mg or 2 cups per day), Dr. John Foxe, PhD, director of the Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience, University of Rochester, recommends going decaf and trying to eliminate caffeine altogether.

This also depends on the side effects of going cold turkey and cutting out caffeine altogether, as it could cause withdrawal, irritability, stress, and anxiety, which may have effects on a pregnancy. Although pregnant women have been advised to limit their caffeine intake to reduce the risk of miscarriage or preterm birth, a new study suggests that pregnant women who consume any coffee during pregnancy may be more likely to have children who develop behavioral problems later in life.

Brain scans of children whose mothers drank caffeine during pregnancy revealed abnormalities in circuits that could lead to behavioral disorders later in life, such as attention difficulty and hyperactivity.