When Freo Docker Bayley Banfield needs to bounce back from a brutal training session, he turns to a routine that’s become as important as the gym itself: recovery. And he’s not the only one. On any given day at Recovery Lab Jolimont, you’ll find footy players sharing space with office workers, mummy-bloggers, runners, and tradies, all plunging into ice baths, sweating it out in saunas, or zoning out in float pods.
“It’s not just for elite sport anymore,” says Recovery Lab Jolimont manager, Greg Di iulio. “We see people who’ve never played a game of professional sport in their lives; they come in because they want to feel better, sleep better, or just manage stress. Recovery is for everyone now.”
Why Recovery Is Booming in Perth
Across Perth, recovery has moved from the fringes of professional sport to mainstream wellness. Science-backed therapies like infrared saunas and ice baths have gone viral on TikTok and Instagram, but the hype isn’t just hype; people are noticing real results.
- Ice baths: Everyday, clients report less muscle soreness, better moods, and sharper focus.
- Infrared saunas: Popular for detox, immune support, and stress relief.
- Compression boots: Beloved by runners and cyclists who want to back up training sessions with less fatigue.
“I’ve never felt so energised,” says Jolimont local, Mark, a 42-year-old accountant who swears by a weekly contrast therapy session (sauna followed by ice bath). “It’s like a reset button for the week.”
The Recovery Lab Experience
Walking into Recovery Lab Jolimont feels like stepping into a modern athlete’s lounge, with sleek design, calming spaces, and cutting-edge gear. The services on offer are:
- Infrared Saunas – Deep heat therapy for circulation, detox, and relaxation.
- Ice Baths & Contrast Therapy – Cold and hot immersion to reduce inflammation, boost mood, and build resilience.
- Normatec Compression Therapy – Air compression boots that flush lactic acid and refresh tired legs.
- Percussion Massage Therapy – Targeted massage for muscle tension and mobility.
- NuCalm – Stress management
Unlike the intimidating setups you might imagine for pro athletes, Recovery Lab Jolimont makes it approachable, with expert staff guiding first-timers every step of the way.
The Future of Health in Perth
Recovery Lab Jolimont has positioned itself as an innovator, bridging the gap between elite performance and everyday wellness. By making recovery accessible, they’re not only changing how Perth athletes prepare, but also how regular people look after their long-term health.
“Perth is starting to realise recovery isn’t a luxury,” says Greg. “It’s the missing piece of the health puzzle. You can train, you can eat well, but if you don’t recover, you’ll never get the most out of your body or mind.”
From AFL stars to local parents chasing better sleep, Jolimont’s recovery hub is proving that wellness isn’t about how hard you go, it’s about how well you bounce back.
