What is the recommended water temperature range for an Epsom salt soak intended for muscle recovery?
A comfortable, warm temperature, often cited around $92^{ ext{o}} ext{F}$ to $100^{ ext{o}} ext{F}$ ($33^{ ext{o}} ext{C}$ to $38^{ ext{o}} ext{C}$).
The temperature of the bath water is an interacting factor that significantly influences the effectiveness and safety of a recovery soak. If the water is too hot, it risks increasing heart rate and potentially causing dehydration, which counters the goal of relaxation. Conversely, water that is too cool will cause the muscles to tense against the cold, thereby negating the soothing benefit of the soak. Therefore, the generally recommended range for muscle recovery soaks is a comfortable warmth, specified typically between $92^{ ext{o}} ext{F}$ and $100^{ ext{o}} ext{F}$ ($33^{ ext{o}} ext{C}$ to $38^{ ext{o}} ext{C}$), creating an environment conducive to muscle relaxation while minimizing overheating risks.
