What is an infrared sauna?

 What is an infrared sauna?

"Hot air baths" and makeshift saunas have been used for centuries by cultures around the world, from the sweat lodge rituals of the Aboriginal peoples of Finland to the baths of Diocletian in ancient Rome. While the practice of going to the sauna persists even today, modern technology has allowed for an option that is said to bring almost endless benefits: infrared sauna therapy.

Unlike the ancient practice of using a fire under a makeshift hut to generate heat, infrared sauna therapy uses infrared light waves to generate heat inside the body. These waves penetrate deeper into the tissues without excessively raising the temperature of the sauna, making this therapy ideal for those who cannot tolerate the heat and humidity of a traditional sauna and therefore may miss out on potential benefits.

Infrared waves themselves are invisible and belong to the spectrum of electromagnetic radiation. Also known as "Far Infrared" waves (FIR), they are capable of positively altering body tissues by penetrating below the surface of the skin, generating mitochondrial activity, and efficiently circulating heat.

Although long-term research is still ongoing, infrared sauna therapy is considered an affordable, safe, and highly effective to reduce pain, increase detoxification, improve the cardiovascular system, and more.

Infrared saunas operate at a lower overall temperature than traditional saunas, allowing the heat to penetrate deep into the body. This creates a more intense sweat at a lower temperature, and sustained training has been shown to stimulate blood flow, reduce pain and inflammation, and improve muscle recovery.

• Allows your body to eliminate toxins faster than a traditional sauna

relaxes your muscles and relieves tension so you can relax and de-stress.

• Improves circulation and reduces inflammation.
• Increase your core temperature, increase your heart rate and burn more calories.