Madeira’s offer extends beyond the island’s natural assets with various activities and infrastructures that complement and enrich the well-being itinerary. An example is the Coolzone longevity center, located in the heart of Funchal.
Cutting-edge technology and the largest and most powerful cryotherapy chamber in the world are already attractive to many athletes looking for space for physical recovery, but the benefits of the various treatments increasingly capture different segments of the public of various ages and nationalities.
It’s the perfect stop to take care of your body after a morning of physical exercise. The complete longevity circuit (189 euros) combines the various treatments in an experience divided into four stages.
The starting point is a scan 4D body with the aim of analyzing posture, muscular structure, body composition and alignment. The technology analyzes the inside of the body with the purpose of offering a real view of the state of health and physical condition, allowing you to monitor progress over time and adjust your training plan or lifestyle.
The results of the exam, which lasts just one minute, are available in a app where it is possible to access not only all data as well as 360º photographs. The circuit continues with an innovative 12-minute lymphatic drainage performed inside a device that activates and stimulates the cardiovascular system, lymphatic flow and blood circulation through alternating pressure waves.
The system Flow promises firmer and more toned skin, the reduction of cellulite and the elimination of toxins, optimized regeneration and increased energy levels.
We proceed, in the third moment, to the infrared light and ionized oxygen chamber where for eight minutes we dive into a state of deep decompression. The session, which can be performed for post-workout recovery or for a moment of relaxation, aims to relieve muscle tension, improving blood circulation and promoting the body’s natural recovery. Ionized oxygen enhances the experience by increasing energy levels and mental clarity.
Finally, we move on to the cryotherapy chamber, the Coolzone flagship that promises that the user will “feel like a superhero, but without the Lycra suit”. Before pushing our bodies to the limit, we equip ourselves with hats, gloves and a mask to protect our respiratory tract. The cold jump takes place in phases and in three rooms where temperatures gradually drop from -10ºC to -110ºC.
The stay in each space is short, but challenging. During the three minutes that we stay inside the rooms, an instructor conducts some physical exercises, such as stretching, a way of calming the mind that struggles with the desire to give up, making it abstract from the harsh arctic climate that surrounds us.
The extreme cold exposure session promotes a lasting release of endorphins, strengthens the immune system, improves blood circulation, promotes muscle recovery and helps relieve pain and reduce inflammation. In the end, in addition to the herculean pride of those who overcame the test, the body responds with more lightness and energy.