Sauna types:
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There are several different types of saunas, but in general all sauna rooms are rooms that are heated to temperatures between (65-90 ° C).
The Finnish-style sauna is dry, while the Turkish-style sauna rooms have a lot of steam. People usually spend about 15 to 30 minutes in the sauna, depending on how much heat they can withstand.
The differences in saunas are in the methods used to produce heat. These are the most common types:
Wood burning:
wood stoves are used to heat sauna rocks. Temperatures are high, but humidity is low.
Electric heater:
An electric heater installed on the floor or wall is used to heat the room. Temperatures are high, but humidity is low.
Steam rooms:
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Also called “Turkish baths”. Low temperatures and high humidity, 100%.
Infrared: Light waves from specialized lamps are used to warm the body without heating the room.
The benefits are similar to more traditional saunas, but at much lower temperatures. Infrared saunas are usually about 140 degrees Fahrenheit (60 degrees Celsius).
While temperatures and humidity levels vary, the effect on the body is similar to all types of saunas.
Sauna benefits:
Relaxation:
Saunas have been used traditionally to feel relaxed.
When the heart rate rises and the blood vessels expand, an increase in blood flow to the skin occurs. Saunas may also improve blood circulation.
The sympathetic nervous system becomes more active to maintain a temperature balance in the body. The endocrine system begins to engage in this response.
It can make the body’s reaction to heat less awareness of pain, more attention, and give a feeling of joy.
Heat relaxes muscles, including the face and neck. These muscles are often tense after a long day.
One of the biggest advantages of using a sauna is the relaxation effect. To add a relaxing effect, you can meditate while in the room.
When the body calms, mind and emotions often move.
The effect is long-term and may help you get a better night’s sleep.
Pain removal:
Using a dry sauna can leave people feeling energized.
As blood vessels relax and expand in the sauna, blood flow increases and experiment can help reduce joint tension and relieve muscles.
Sauna baths may also help people with chronic pain and arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, as the sauna sessions improve pain, stiffness and fatigue for four weeks.
Impact on the skin:
Pores open up, and cleanse them for younger skin.
It stimulates blood circulation for brighter skin.
It stimulates sweating for healthier skin.
Benefits of using an infrared sauna:
The supposed benefits of using an infrared sauna are similar to those of a traditional sauna. These include:
Better sleep.
relaxation.
detoxification.
Weight loss.
Get rid of muscle pain.
Get rid of joint pain, such as arthritis.
Skin is clear and bright.
Improve blood circulation.
It helps people with chronic fatigue syndrome.
Drought:
The average person loses about a pint of sweat in a short period of time in the sauna, so be sure to drink plenty of water before and after using the sauna. Do not spend long periods in the sauna, as prolonged periods increase the risk of dehydration.
Severe dehydration is a medical emergency. You should leave the sauna immediately if you feel dizzy, have a headache, or feel very thirsty.
Complications of severe dehydration include:
Low blood pressure.
Exhaustion of heat or heat stroke.
Kidney failure.
Hypovolemic shock.
Seizures.
Unconsciousness.
Coma.
After the sauna session, plenty of water should be drunk to moisturize the body.
Weight loss:
Saunas are not effective for losing weight because the only lost weight is the weight of the water, and your body will replenish the lost fluids by simply eating or drinking them.
Poisons:
There is no evidence to suggest that sweating during a sauna session removes toxins from the body or skin. The only purpose of sweating is to prevent overheating of the body, as the liver and kidneys are responsible for detoxification.
Fertility:
Research has found an association between sauna use and male fertility loss. A recent study of Finnish men who underwent two sauna sessions 15 minutes a week for three months found that the use of the sauna had a significant negative impact on sperm production.
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Sauna bath, fitnessforworld.com Available at:
http://www.fitnessforworld.com/relaxation_techniques/sauna_bath.htm, Accessed at: 9/9/2012