Sauna Therapy: Benefits and Essentials for your visit

Sauna bathing therapy has been practiced for centuries (1) , offering a range of health benefits that improve physical and mental well-being. Whether you prefer the enveloping heat of a dry or wet sauna or the invigorating chill of a cold plunge, integrating these practices into your self-care routine can enhance recovery, circulation, and overall resilience of the body.

Although sweat bathing has only recently entered America's contemporary life, it thrived here long before Columbus in the form of sweat lodges and temescals.

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Sauna Therapy: Dry and Wet

The main difference between a dry sauna and a wet sauna lies in the level of humidity and the way heat is generated. Both provide health benefits, but they create different experiences and effects on the body.

1. Dry Sauna

A dry sauna is a high-heat, low-humidity environment.

• Humidity Level: Very low (typically 5-30%) (2)

• Temperature Range: 160-200°F (70-95°C) (2)

• Heat Source: Heated rocks, infrared panels, or electric heaters

• Experience:

  • The air is hot and dry, making you sweat profusely.

  • Often found in Finnish saunas or infrared saunas.

  • Ideal for deep muscle relaxation, detoxification, and improved circulation.

2. Wet Sauna (Steam Sauna / Steam Room)

A wet sauna, also known as a steam sauna or steam room, has high humidity.

• Humidity Level: Very high (near 100%) (2)

• Temperature Range: 110-120°F (43-50°C) (2)

• Heat Source: Steam generator

• Experience:

  • The air is thick with moisture, making breathing a mindful experience.

  • Typically found in Turkish baths (hammams) or spa steam rooms.

  • Excellent for skin hydration, respiratory health, and relaxation.

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Both traditional Finnish and infrared sauna bathing can involve rituals of cooling-off periods and rehydration with oral fluids before, during, and/or after sauna bathing.

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Benefits of Sauna Therapy

Saunas, whether dry or wet (steam), provide a range of benefits that support overall health:

1. Detoxification

Sweating in a sauna helps eliminate toxins from the body, including heavy metals and impurities accumulated from daily exposure to pollutants.

2. Improved Circulation

The heat from the sauna expands blood vessels, increasing circulation and improving oxygen flow to muscles and tissues.

3. Muscle Recovery and Pain Relief

Sauna use helps relax muscles, reduce stiffness, and alleviate joint pain, making it an excellent post-workout recovery tool.

4. Boosted Immune System

Regular sauna sessions stimulate white blood cell production, helping the body fight infections more effectively.

5. Stress Reduction and Mental Clarity

Saunas promote relaxation by reducing cortisol levels and triggering the release of endorphins, enhancing mood and mental clarity.

Read more at:

1. SWEAT, by Mikkel Aaland, read more

2. Dry Sauna vs Wet Sauna: What's the Difference and Which to Choose?, Muscle Lab LA

3. Clinical Effects of Regular Dry Sauna Bathing, National Institute of Health

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