What is a Sauna Bath?

Have you ever felt the sauna’s warmth rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul? Does the idea of going to a sauna appeal to you, and you’re aware of the health benefits that spending time in this heated environment may provide?

The word sauna originates in Finnish and means ‘wooden room.’ It’s a chamber or room made of Cedar or Spruce/Pine Wood designed to provide dry and wet heat therapy.

The sauna creates a dry, robust heat environment (176-212 degrees Fahrenheit). A Sauna heater heats the pebbles to create a gentle heat. After the rocks have been sufficiently heated, water is dumped over them to generate humidity. The humidity level in the sauna can be increased by as much as 30% by splashing water on the hot stones using a Wooden Bucket and ladle. The only bath that provides Dry and Moist Heat Therapy is the traditional or conventional sauna. A wooden sand timer (up to 15 minutes) tracks how long you spend in the sauna. A wooden hygrometer and a temperature metre are also featured in the Sauna room to calculate humidity and temperature.

We provide sauna bath cabins in bespoke sizes to fit your needs. A Sauna heater, Digital Sauna Controller, Lava Stone, bucket and ladle, thermometer, hygrometer, and Sauna light are all included in the whole package.

Saunas provide numerous health advantages. It helps you feel young physically since you sweat and eat well. It stimulates the muscles since the tension is flat. On a spiritual level, we unwind, recharge, and prepare for the day’s challenges.

How is it done?

Many cultures love a steam bath, but you could be confused if you’ve never had one. Fortunately, learning the fundamentals is simple. Before you enter, drink some water and bring a few towels. Once you’re in the sauna, take a seat or lie down and relax. You’ll sweat and feel your tension dissipate. Then, long after you’ve left the sauna, revel in the sensation of total relaxation.

Entering the Sauna

If you’re in good health, consider going to a sauna. Saunas are calming and beneficial for most individuals, but you should avoid them if you have unstable angina pectoris, severe aortic stenosis, or recent myocardial infarction. Sauna use should be avoided if you have kidney disease, liver failure, or pregnancy.

• If you’re unsure whether or not you should use a sauna, talk to your doctor.

Drink water for at least 3 hours before going to the sauna – It would help if you hydrated beforehand because you will be sweating profusely in a sauna. At the same time, you can drink water while in the sauna; it’s best to give your body time to adjust to the high heat. Even though there is no set amount of water to drink, drink at least 1 to 2 glasses more than you usually do.

Avoid consuming alcohol before or during your sauna session because it might cause low blood pressure, irregular pulse, and sudden death.

Getting the Most Out of Your Sauna

Disrobe or wrap yourself in a towel – Before entering the sauna, many people strip down to their underwear. If you wore your clothing in, the perspiration would saturate them because you’ll sweat a lot. If you don’t want to be naked in the sauna, take off your clothes and wrap yourself in a clean towel.

It would help if you also took off any jewellery or watches before entering because they can heat up and become soaked in sweat.

Invite a friend to join you in the sauna – Saunaing is frequently a social activity involving going with a friend. While you relax, you can enjoy conversing with a buddy and having them pour cool water over you. If you feel dizzy or unwell, it’s also a good idea to bring a friend.

Find out if your companion is okay with you going into the sauna without wearing any clothes. If they aren’t, you can wrap yourself with a towel loosely.

Taking a Break from the Sauna

Exit the sauna and allow your skin to air dry – Exit the sauna and stand without towelling off when you’re ready to leave. If you’re wearing a towel, keep it on but let the sauna’s residual heat dry your skin.

You should not put your clothing on soon since it may cause you to overheat and sweat again.

Throughout the day, drink plenty of water – It would help if you replenished the fluids lost while sweating in the sauna. As soon as you exit the sauna, start drinking water to rehydrate. Although there is no set quantity to drink, aim to drink at least 1 or 2 glasses of water more than you usually do.

If you’re bored of drinking water, you could try an electrolyte-rich beverage.

On the whole, Sauna bathing gives you a refreshing day. Get in touch with us to know more!