Saunas In Summer: Hot Or Not?
There is a common misconception regarding saunas only being suited to winter months. However, this could not be further from the truth! The reality is that enjoying an infrared sauna session during the hot summer months can actually present your body with a list of great benefits that can improve your overall well being.
Getting a Head Start on the Heat
It almost seems counterintuitive to indulge in a hot sauna session during any season that isn’t cold, but saunas are actually a very effective method of acclimating your body towards hotter temperatures. Living in Australia’s hotter climate can subject our bodies to intense heat and sweating, however, IR Saunas are a great way to acclimate our bodies and reduce heat stress while we adjust to these hotter months.
How You Can Benefit from a Summer Sauna Session
There are a few steps you can take to get the most out of your IR sauna session during the hotter months. Following these steps not only allow your body to respond and acclimate better, but it also ensures your well being during and after your session.
Steps you can take include:
Taking a hot shower before your session to prepare your body and open your pores for effective detoxification
Drinking fluids before, during and after your session to maintain hydration - we recommend trying our range of remedial teas after your session for the most rejuvenation
Pacing yourself - whether its your first time in an IR sauna or your body is not used to the immediate temperature increase, try to pace yourself with the higher temperatures and don’t forget to keep yourself hydrated to compensate for the fluids lost when you sweat
Benefits All Year Round
No matter what the climate is outside, the benefits of IR saunas are still very present. A session in an IR sauna can help the body burn calories, relax your muscles, support natural detox, support post-workout recovery and improve both cardiovascular and respiratory systems in the body.
As we approach the hotter seasons, we should be mindful of how our bodies will react to hotter temperatures. Be sure to stay hydrated and avoid excessive heat exposure when you can. If you feel that your body could use some improved acclimation towards these hotter temperatures, or you are looking to experience the numerous physical and mental benefits, be sure to book your IR sauna session with City Cave and get your sweat on!
Sources:
https://www.starpool.com/en/blog/e-corretto-fare-la-sauna-in-estate
https://infrared-sauna.com.au/blog/can-you-overheat-in-an-infrared-sauna-in-summer