Magnesium Bath Soaks

Magnesium bath soaks for training recovery

A magnesium bath soak is a mineral blend you dissolve in warm water. Coach Soak soaks combine magnesium chloride flakes with Dead Sea minerals to soothe tired muscles after hard sessions. Add 1 to 2 cups to a warm bath and soak for about 20 minutes.

Which soak should you pick?

• Lavender: a calming scent for evening soaks.
• Peppermint: a cooling scent after training.
• Eucalyptus and Tea Tree: a fresh scent for after a sweaty session.
• Citrus: a bright, clean scent.
• Unscented: fragrance-free, if you prefer no scent.
• Vanilla and Patchouli with Vitamin C and MSM: a blend with added ingredients.
• Tea Tree and Rosemary with Caffeine and Creatine: a blend with added ingredients.

Still deciding? Read our comparison of the best magnesium bath soaks, the guide to using a bath soak after training, or Epsom salt vs magnesium chloride.

Want the full routine? Add a magnesium cream for use between soaks, or pick up a recovery bundle.

Frequently asked questions

How much bath soak do I use?

Dissolve 1 to 2 cups in a warm bath and soak for about 20 minutes. Check the label on your soak for full directions.

How often should I soak?

Many athletes soak after their hardest sessions or on recovery days. Start with once or twice a week and see how you feel.

What is the difference between Epsom salt and magnesium chloride?

Epsom salt is magnesium sulfate. Coach Soak soaks use magnesium chloride flakes. Our side-by-side guide compares the two on feel, cost and how they are used.

Is there a fragrance-free option?

Yes. The unscented soak has no added fragrance.

Is a bath soak safe for sensitive skin?

Check the ingredient list on the product page and do a patch test first if your skin is sensitive. If you are pregnant, have a medical condition or take medication, ask your doctor before soaking.