The Health Boosting Benefits of Magnesium Float Tanks
Doing absolutely nothing is rarely considered good for our health. Float therapy is the exception. You step into a lightproof, soundproof pod, lie back in warm magnesium-rich water, and let go.
No movement is required, and screens, noise, and life’s demands can’t distract you here. It’s in this supported stillness, incredible changes happen to the body and mind.
What is the purpose of a magnesium float?
The water in a float tank is dense with Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate), at a concentration roughly 10 times that of the ocean. This creates intense buoyancy, allowing the body to float effortlessly in about 30cm of water.
As you float, the skin absorbs magnesium directly, a mineral involved in over 300 bodily, biochemical processes such as muscle recovery, sleep regulation, and stress response. With 1 in 3 Australians falling short of their daily magnesium intake, a float session is doing a lot more than helping you relax while in the tank.
What are the benefits of magnesium float therapy?
Most of us are so used to constant busyness we forget what it feels like to be still and silent. A magnesium float is a rare chance to hit the pause button and give our nervous system exactly what it’s been asking for.
- Relief in tired muscles thanks to concentrated magnesium absorption, easing deep tension and facilitating faster recovery.
- Weightlessness takes the pressure off the spine and joints, letting the whole body decompress while being fully supported
- Lower stress and cortisol as the body shifts into a meditative state, then “rest-and-digest” mode, leaving you with a sense of calm and focus that remains after the session
For expectant mothers, floating offers a rare, weightless reprieve from the physical strain of pregnancy, provided you consult your doctor first. We keep the water temperature at a safe, comfortable 36 degrees to avoid overheating. Perfect to combine with a massage!
Why am I so tired after float therapy?
Deep sensory deprivation guides the nervous system into a profound state of relaxation, the kind our bodies don’t get to experience enough. A 1-hour float is equivalent to 4–8 hours of regular sleep, so the post-float heaviness is natural.
The Epsom salt also triggers a gentle detox response, which adds to the deliciously drowsy feeling. Drink plenty of water after the session and give yourself permission to rest for 24 hours post-float while the body is still healing.
