EXCELSIOR CAPITAL PRESENTS

The Benefits of Infrared Saunas, Red Light Therapy & Cold Plunges

Join us as we sit down with Kristen Nicholson, entrepreneur and owner of Nashville’s first contrast therapy studio, Urban Sweat. Kristen is a healthcare professional with a background in health administration who decided to jump from being a healthcare provider to running her own business.

Podcast: The Benefits of Infrared Saunas, Red Light Therapy & Cold Plunges

Join us as we sit down with Kristen Nicholson, entrepreneur and owner of Nashville’s first contrast therapy studio, Urban Sweat. Kristen is a healthcare professional with a background in health administration who decided to jump from being a healthcare provider to running her own business. In this episode, she discusses her journey, from leaving her corporate job to open her own business to expanding to 6 new locations across Middle Tennessee and three on the West Coast. She also explores the modalities available at Urban Sweat, such as infrared sauna, red light therapy, and cold plunge.

Key Highlights

[00:0 – 08:47] From The Shed to Urban Sweat

  • Introducing Kristen to the show
  • Fitness was vital for her after college as she was a pharmaceutical rep and wanted to be number one on the rankings

[08:48 – 15:00] Bet on Yourself: Taking the Leap to Pursue Your Calling in Healthcare

  • Betting on oneself and taking risks is important
  • Healthcare in America is complex, with many players and incentives
  • Mental health, gun violence, and prevention are essential topics to consider
  • Trauma can manifest in physical illness and should be addressed holistically
  • Important foundational habits like sleep, nutrition, meditation, and therapy are critical to physical fitness

[15:01 – 24:07] Burning the Candle at Both Ends

  • How Kristen networked with the fitness community, corporate executives, and physicians
  • Target market: stressed-out corporate execs, athletes, and physicians
  • Kristen introduced new concepts like cold plunge, sauna, and red light therapy

[24:08 – 40:39] Experience the Benefits of Red Light Therapy, Sauna and Cold Plunge

  • The cabin sauna heats up to 150-155, while the pod sauna is 30 minutes, and red light therapy is 20 minutes
  • Benefits of infrared sauna include cellular level heat and mental relaxation
  • There is something natural about the experience that helps one get back to homeostasis

[40:40 – 42:13] Closing Segment 

Additional Links

Website: www.urbansweat.com 

Connect with Brian on LinkedIn!

Previous Articles

the-ultimate-guide-to-commercial-real-estate-investing

The Ultimate Guide to Commercial Real Estate Investing

Learn everything you need to know to assess the benefits of a commercial real estate investment and make the best decisions to get started.

Navigating Interest Rate Uncertainty Strategies for Institutional Real Estate Joint Ventures JVs

Navigating Interest Rate Uncertainty: Strategies for Institutional Real Estate Joint Ventures (JVs)

The Federal Reserve’s 2025 policy will balance economic growth and inflation control. Factors influencing policy include tariff-driven inflation…

Trumps Tariffs in 2025 A Game Changer for Industrial and Shallow Bay Real Estate

Trump’s Tariffs in 2025: A Game Changer for Industrial and Shallow Bay Real Estate?

As the U.S. economy adapts to a broad round of tariffs under the Trump administration in 2025, industrial (bulk and shallow bay) real estate are poised for significant changes.

Emerging Trends in Real Estate Investment for Institutional Portfolios

Emerging Trends in Real Estate Investment for Institutional Portfolios

As the first few months of 2025 have shown, the real estate investment landscape for institutional portfolios is undergoing significant transformation.

Tax Season Preparation for Real Estate Investors

Tax Season Preparation for Real Estate Investors

Whether you’re an individual filer, a business owner, or managing investments like real estate, proper preparation can help you maximize deductions and stay ahead of key deadlines.

From Challenge to Opportunity 2025 Commercial Real Estate Outlook

From Challenge to Opportunity: 2025 Commercial Real Estate Outlook

As we move into 2025, investors are entering the new year with cautious optimism. While the last two years have presented challenges, there’s a growing sense…

Why Industrial Outdoor Storage IOS Is the Next Big Trend in Commercial Real Estate

Why Industrial Outdoor Storage (IOS) Is the Next Big Trend in Commercial Real Estate

The Industrial Outdoor Storage (IOS) asset class has rapidly emerged as a key player in 2024. With a market valuation of $200 billion…

Does Real Estate Deserve a Larger Role in the Ideal Future Portfolio

Does Real Estate Deserve a Larger Role in the Ideal Future Portfolio?

Investors should be prepared for equity returns during the next decade that are towards the lower end of their typical performance distribution relative to bonds and inflation.

Understanding Common Real Estate Investment Structures

Understanding Common Real Estate Investment Structures

A Guide for Accredited Investors. Explore some of the most common real estate investment structures and how they work.

Excelsior Capital

A real estate private equity firm that owns and operates high quality multi-tenant office assets in emerging secondary markets.

Interested in learning more about Excelsior's investment opportunities?

Excelsior Capital

104 Woodmont Blvd, Suite 120
Nashville, TN 37205

investors@excelsiorgp.com

Disclaimer: Under no circumstances should any information presented on this website be construed as an offer to sell, or solicitation of an offer to purchase any securities or other investments. This website does not contain the information that an investor should consider or evaluate to make a potential investment. Other materials related to investments in entities managed by Excelsior Capital are not available to the general public.

Share This