What is an Infrared Sauna?
An infrared sauna uses infrared heaters to radiate infrared light. This light heats your body directly without warming the air around you. Unlike traditional saunas, which heat the air around you. The use of Infrared penetrates deeper into the skin, by approximately 1.5 to 2 inches (3.8 to 5.1 centimetres). This warms the body’s tissues and allows for a more intense sweat at lower temperatures. The Infrared Sauna encourages detoxification, improved circulation, and helps in pain relief and muscle recovery.
What is a Hot Rock Sauna?
A hot rock sauna, uses a stove to heat a pile of rocks. Water is occasionally poured over these heated rocks to create steam and increase humidity. This method produces higher temperatures and a dry heat environment, encouraging sweating and relaxation.
The Benefits of combining Hot Rock Sauna with Infrared
This hybrid approach of combining traditional hot rock sauna methods with modern infrared technology, offers a range of health benefits that can enhance your wellness routine. It provides a deep heat penetration of infrared with the traditional steam, at higher temperatures. This hybrid approach maximizes the health benefits, offering an all-inclusive sauna experience.
Here’s a look at why you might want to make the hot rock infrared sauna a regular part of your life.
- Enhanced Detoxification
One of the primary benefits of using a hot rock sauna with infrared is enhanced detoxification. Infrared heat penetrates the body more deeply than traditional sauna heat, helping to eliminate toxins. A study published in the Journal of Environmental and Public Health found that regular infrared sauna sessions can lead to significant release in toxic heavy metals like arsenic, lead, and mercury in the body. - Improved Circulation and Cardiovascular Health
The heat from a hot rock sauna can increase heart rate and improve circulation. When combined with infrared technology, this effect is magnified. According to research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, regular sauna use is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases, and cardiovascular disease. - Pain Relief and Muscle Recovery
If you are suffering from chronic pain or looking to speed up muscle recovery, the deep-penetrating infrared heat soothes sore muscles, reduces inflammation, and may relieve joint pain. - Stress Reduction and Mental Well-being
The calming environment of a sauna is well-known for reducing stress. The warmth relaxes the muscles and mind, providing a meditative space that helps reduce anxiety and promote overall mental well-being. Regular sessions can lead to better sleep and a more balanced mood.
Whether you’re an athlete seeking quicker recovery, someone dealing with chronic pain, or simply looking for a way to revitalise, restore and recover, this hybrid sauna experience is worth exploring
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