Next to sitting and looking at a beautiful koi pond, not much more is relaxing after a hard day than sitting in the hot tub. Now we have to be careful and clear in our terminology here because not all hot tubs are Jacuzzi. I do not know who makes mine so I will just call it a hot tub. See around 1900, seven brothers named Jacuzzi immigrated to the United States from Pordenone, Friuli, Italy. They were all very crafty and industrious as some of the brothers designed and manufactured aircraft propellers and then hydraulic aircraft pumps then on to the manufacture of a new kind of deep well agricultural pump. Candido Jacuzzi developed a submersible bathtub pump for his son Kenneth to give his son, who had developed rheumatoid arthritis, soothing whirlpool treatments in the tub at home.
In 1955, the firm decided to market the pump and dubbed it the “J-300”, as a therapeutic aid, where they would sell it in bath supply shops. To attempt to generate a little publicity for the yet unknown product, a portable Jacuzzi was included in the gifts given to contestants on TV’s Queen for a Day. It was pitched as relief for the worn out housewife. That is where I come in.
It was a tough day at work so I decided once I got home to grab the book I am reading and head out to the hot tub. So with towel and “Random Acts of Badness” by Danny Bonaduce in hand I head outdoors. The warm soothing jets from the hot tub were soon to bring my aching muscles back to a peaceful state of relaxation.
Speaking of the hot tub and relaxation… In July 1999, Penn Jillette from Penn and Teller fame, was granted U.S. Patent 5,920,923 for the “Jill-Jet”, a hot tub jet specially angled for a woman’s pleasure. He has credited Debbie Harry of Blondie for suggesting the idea to him, as the two of them were once in a hot tub and Harry made a remark about changing the jets for a woman’s pleasure. Jillette liked the idea enough to pursue patent application at the USPTO under the patent title “Hydro-therapeutic stimulator”. That will win you a bet some day. You’re welcome.
So when you are feeling tired from either playing or working too hard, grab a book…or a Blondie CD and a friend or two…and jump in the hot tub. Pretty good odds it will bring a smile.
I’ve only ever been in a true hot tub once, and that was at my gym. It was freaky because it was pretty strong, and I had to overcome a heck of a lot of mental anguish to be seen without my top on by most of the people in the gym; ugh. It was also hot but I got used to that pretty quickly. It felt good, but smelled strongly of chlorine.
I’ll stick to the whirlpool bath in a hotel room, which I’ll have when I’m in Orlando in October; oh yeah! ๐
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Right. Sometimes the chlorine can indeed be overwhelming.
At my gym they have sand in the bottom of the hot tub. Not sure it is actually supposed to be there though. LOL
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I’ve got a spa at home which is basically a bathtub with 6 jets built into it. I remember the first time my wife used it. All I could hear was her screaming. When I ran into the bathroom there she was standing in the tub with jets of water spraying everywhere. Unfortunately she didn’t fill the water line above the jets . Man, it was so funny.
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Oh what a site that must have been!
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Yep, it’s something I’ll always treasure. I still remind her of it every now and again.
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Couldn’t agree more, jumping in a hot tub always brings a smile to my face, great 2nd photo as well
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Ha! Yes, I love that photo. One of my all time faves.
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Aside from “true” hot tubs, I think more people are also loving inflatable hot tubs. If you’re interested to get one, I suggest you check out reviews over at http://www.inflatablehottubguide.com. Hope this helps!
Wow. Inflatable hot tubs. Very cool…or hot. LOL
I see you are in the UK. We have many readers in the UK and I welcome them to check out your site. For my American friends they can see some amazing deals on inflatable portable spas here on the Amazon US site.
Thanks for sharing Mark. Be well.
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I’ve got an inflatable hot tub and they are great, and are well priced too, so ideal for the summer.
Can’t wait to bring it out agin for the summer!
Summer is right around the corner…I guess depending on where you live. Regardless, yes, an inflatable pool or hot tub sounds like a very good idea.
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We have a jacuzzi in our house, and really is a romantic plus. We do really recommend it.
Is it above ground or at ground level. Do you prefer one or the other?
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Hot tubs can lead to spermatogenesis
Well, spermatogenesis is gonna happen with or without a hot tub right?
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I like the photos much..Looks interesting!
couldn’t ask for more..eagerly waiting for summers so that i can drench myself ๐
Thanks for sharing!!!
The nice thing about the hot tub is you do not have to wait for summer. Go now. You’ll love it! And you deserve it!
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It’s weird how hot tubs could act as a medication for so many pains. Whether you are having muscle strains or social problems, It seems like hot tubs makes everything work. And don’t have enough words for Jacuzzi. That my friend is a beast of its own. I have a bespoke hot tub now but will surely shift to Jacuzzi ๐
Hot tubs are certainly a good benefit to many people.
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oooh, I love bubbles, never seen someone putting them in their hot tub .. ๐ Nice idea.. gotta try ๐
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Let us know how it works out.
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Great share..
Soaking in a hot tub can bring many health benefits. Your hot tub can bring you enjoyment and health benefits all year round.
Youโll find immediate benefits to soaking in your spa during the winter. Once you ease into the piping hot water, you may find cold-related aches and pains easing.
I really like the hot tub… winter or summer.
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great info, thanks for sharing
My pleasure. Please share this with your friends and family.
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Soaking on hot tub after a long days work definitely releases your stress.
Thanks for sharing this article!
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Often I like to read in the hot tub. These are the times I definitely prefer a book to my Kindle. LOL
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Hot tubs are great to read and relax in, sometimes they can be really quite expensive though ๐
Sometimes they can be, especially with all the bells and whistles but like everything, one can determin a budget and shop around. Good deals are out there every day.
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So sweet! having a hot tub to be a great way to get together with oneโs family or friends.
Amazing post! Having a hot tub right at your own home gives you the privacy to do whatever you want and that’s priceless to me. It’s actually a great reward after a stressful day at work.
A hot tub is, for me, not a jacuzzi. I prefer the hot tub, not so artificail.
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It was my dream to jump into tub and would love to be but unfortunately, dont have any.
Anyway worthy writing love to read
My family loves hot tubs when we go on vacation! Iโm trying to convince my husband we should get one of these. Heโs not convinced yet.
Thanks for sharing this! I’ve owned 4 hot tubs, but never an official Jacuzzi one! I loved hearing the history of the brothers, but also the funny stories of Danny Bonaduce (aren’t they all funny?) and Penn Jillette.
Good stuff!