From Stressed to Centered: Kaitlin’s 30-Minute Reset
Kaitlin’s Contrast Routine: Kaitlin starts her mornings with contrast therapy 4–5 times weekly. She begins with 15 minutes in the infrared sauna to ease muscle soreness from her active jobs and create space to breathe and reset. Then she hits a 5–7 minute cold plunge to reduce inflammation and boost her energy, helping her feel strong, clear, and ready for the day ahead.
Benefits: Full body muscle relief, mental clarity, better sleep, complete reset
As a mail carrier and hot yoga instructor, Kaitlin’s jobs demand a lot from her body. She's on her feet all day, walking several miles and pushing through intense physical activity. That kind of stress builds up — and that’s exactly why recovery is part of her routine, not an afterthought.
Full-Body Relief
“After a contrast therapy session, it’s a total body relief,” Kaitlin says. Sauna and cold plunge help ease the tension in her legs and neck, where she carries most of her strain. She visits Contrast Studios 4–5 times a week, and can feel it in her body when she misses a day.
Infrared sauna therapy can promote muscle recovery by increasing circulation and reducing muscle soreness. Cold water immersion helps lower inflammation, reduce pain perception, and support lymphatic drainage.
Mental Clarity
The benefits aren’t just physical. “It’s a deep reset — not only for my muscles, but for my mental clarity,” she says. Research shows that cold plunges trigger the release of stress hormones like catecholamines and endorphins, boosting alertness, lifting mood, and potentially easing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Kaitlin leaves each session feeling clearer, more present, and better prepared to take on her day.
Better Sleep & Daily Routine
Regular sessions have helped Kaitlin find structure. “I used to be someone who slept in and had no routine,” she shares. Now, she sleeps better, has more energy, and moves through her day with purpose. These effects are supported by research showing that sauna use can increase the amount of deep sleep by over 70% in the first two hours of the sleep cycle.
A Space to Focus on You
The privacy of the rooms at Contrast lets her fully drop in. “It really helps make it your own unique experience.”
Her advice? “Take the plunge. The benefits outweigh the fear. You’ll leave feeling better in your body — and just happier.”
Ready for Your Reset?
Kaitlin’s story is just one of many in our Contrast Community. Whether you’re chasing performance, peace of mind, or simply a moment to yourself, the 30-minute reset is here for you!