As a mom, self-care can feel like such a buzzword. It’s something we all know we need to do, but struggle to find things that truly rejuvenate us. But there’s a little secret I want to share with you:
Thermal-cycling is the best self-care act!
I have been going to a thermal-cycling Nordik spa in Winnipeg once per year, but thanks to Endure Thermal Spa opening in Fargo, I can get my self-care fix just blocks away from my house.
What is Thermal Cycling
Also known as Contrast Therapy, Thermal Cycling is the process of alternating between heat (via sauna) and cold exposure (via a cold tub). At Endure, they use full-spectrum infrared sauna to heat the body directly, and then a cold tub set to about 54 degrees Fahrenheit to immerse your body in for a short period of time.
The heating of the body helps draw out toxins, while the cold water triggers a healthy stress response to boost your immune system, among other benefits.
How Does it Work?
When you arrive at Endure, you’ll be greeted warmly, offered water of tea, and guided to your private room with an infrared sauna and cold tub. Each room is meant for 1-2 people, which makes it great for alone time or a date night!
They suggest sitting in the sauna for 15-20 minutes, then immersing in the cold tub for 1-3 minutes. After a quick rest period, you can repeat this cycle again. There is a clock on the wall to help keep track of your time, and bluetooth available to connect your phone for music.
What are the Benefits of Thermal Cycling?
Now to the best part – why I love thermal cycling and how it makes you feel! There are numerous benefits to both using a Sauna and cold plunge alone, and even more benefits when you use them together as part of contrast therapy.
Infrared Sauna Benefits
- Sweating helps detox the body and eliminate toxins stored in fat cells.
- Infrared heat penetrates deep into muscles and joints, reducing inflammation and promoting healing.
- Promotes collagen production and improves skin tone/clarity.
- Encourages parasympathetic nervous system activity, which promotes relaxation.
Cold Plunge Benefits
- Constricts blood vessels and lowers tissue temperature to reduce inflammation.
- Triggers dopamine and norepinephrine release, natural mood boosters.
- Cold exposure may increase white blood cell count and activate your immune system.
- Promotes brown fat activation, which burns calories to generate heat.
Thermal Cycling Benefits
- Rapid vessel constriction and dilation improve circulation and cardiovascular tone.
- Reduces stress hormones and promotes deep relaxation.
- Useful for chronic conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, and nerve pain.
- Improves sleep by regulating circadian rhythms through nervous system balancing.
Other Services at Endure Thermal Spa
In addition to their Thermal Cycling rooms, Endure also has a social sauna and a lymphatic roller.
Social Sauna
Book a session just for you, or encourage a friend to join you in the social sauna! It’s a large infrared sauna that hold 10-15 people, and is open for anyone to book for a 30-minute session throughout the day. It’s the perfect option to get a quick sauna session in a community setting.
You can also book private events in the social sauna for just your group!
Lymphatic Roller
This machine is designed to lymph flow, reduce swelling & promote detoxification. Each session is 45 minutes long, and there are instructions on how to position your body to maximize the massage benefits.
Benefits of lymphatic massage include reducing water retention and bloating, improving skin texture, eases muscle tightness, supports digestion, and promotes relaxation.
Promo Code for Fargo Mom Readers!
To share just how great thermal cycling is, Endure is sharing the promo code FARGOMOM50 to get 50% off your first session! Give contrast therapy a try for yourself, check out their social sauna, or see the benefits of lymphatic massage, all for half-off! (Promo code ends November 2025.)
Book your session today!
More About Endure Thermal Spa
Endure is a family-run business, and they truly believe in the power of these therapies. After finding how much of a difference these tools made in their own lives, they wanted to bring them to the entire community to enjoy as well.
You can book sessions one at a time, or check out their membership options!
Whether you come in to reset your mind, restore your body, or simply enjoy some stillness, their hope is that you leave feeling better and with a little more knowledge than when you walked in.
