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Sweating To Saunas Return to Health and Fitness
By LifeAdviceSite.com
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Looking to break a sweat without all that strenuous exercise? How about a sauna? Saunas are the ultimate in self-pampering. Not only does the sauna room provide solace, rest and relaxation from a busy and stress-filled world, but saunas can also extend numerous health benefits when used properly.
In fact, during a 15-20 minute sauna session the heart rate increases, providing the same metabolic benefit as physical exercise such as a brisk walk. Sweating is also induced, which helps to clear the body of toxins and open up pores. Blood flow and circulation increases in the body, helping to promote healthy glowing skin and alleviate pain and stiffness in muscles and joints. In addition, regular use of a steam sauna can help alleviate respiratory ailments. |
There are a variety of different types of saunas. The most commonly used include wet or dry saunas, and infrared saunas.
· Wet saunas are kept at lower temperatures (100-115 degrees F) and feature a higher level of steam.
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A dry sauna is kept at a much higher temper (up to 200 degrees F),
resulting in little to no moisture and a dry, intense heat.
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Infrared saunas utilize a specialized sauna heater that produces
infrared rays similar to those produced by the sun. Infrared radiation
heats the body and because the rays are absorbed directly by the body,
you can work up a sweat at less intense temperatures (100 - 130°F. vs.
185 - 195°F).
If
you’re unable to frequent a sauna at a gym or health club, but you seek
to obtain the health benefits a sauna can provide, why not think about
installing your own home sauna? You can create an indoor or outdoor
sauna wherever you have space (figure on at least 45 square feet.)
They are available in easy to install sauna kits or with a little
know-how, you can even build a sauna yourself!
To install a steam bath or steam shower in a bathroom, all you need is
240 volt power and a water supply. You can purchase a compact steam
generator that tucks away in the bathroom vanity or closet, and have a
steam sauna whenever you choose.
You may also purchase a traditional prefabricated sauna which generally encompasses a cedar housing in the size of your choosing, and a heater. These are modular units you may assemble and install yourself, or hire a professional to do it for you.
If you’re handy, you can easily build a sauna yourself. All you need is some cedar planking, a heater and a few basic tools. Frame out four walls and a door, and pick out a good heater and some igneous rocks that won’t crack once you pour water on their heated surface. Have a licensed electrician hook up a light source for your sauna. Now you’re good to go. Enjoy!
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Health Sweat to Sauna