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by masona 1607 days ago
The first time definitely has a novelty to the experience of getting in the tank, settling, then floating. Then towards the end of the first session you really start to feel comfortable. Second time around you really get the max relaxation. Floating like that really lets your muscles settle in a way that they never have before - usually I carry that relaxation for a week afterwards. I never was much for massage but floating is amazing.
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My shoulders relaxed 3-4 times. Each time I was like "wow, that's what they should feel like", then bam, more relaxation.
I tried it once but it was too cold and my neck hurt. If the second time is better maybe I should give it another try.
I noticed in reading the reviews/details on many float businesses near me the newer ones emphasized infrared heaters in the pool and above the pool - makes sense - water is pretty hard to change temperature; lots of thermal inertia. Infrared would be a lot more responsive. So I will probably prioritize places that advertise that technology.

Especially since I am not a fan of cold water!

Never before, except maybe in your mother's womb