Steam vs. Infrared Sauna: What’s Better for Your Health?

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  • @MichaelKummer
    @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Check out the description for discount codes you can use to purchase any of the saunas mentioned in this video.

  • @HerpaDerp999
    @HerpaDerp999 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    Brilliant video. I have been regularly using both dry and IFR saunas for about a decade now. Dry sauna is better for relaxation, overall mood, and moderately good for a host of other things. Nothing compares to my small IFR sauna though. I sweat about 4x as much in an IFR sauna after 35 minutes than in a dry sauna and feel AMAZING after. Key point: Always cold plunge/cold shower after, makes it even more beneficial.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @robinschroth7413
      @robinschroth7413 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Which sauna did you buy?

    • @HerpaDerp999
      @HerpaDerp999 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@robinschroth7413 infrared.

    • @feiwong70
      @feiwong70 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’ve heard about taking a cold shower after a sauna session, will skin pores open then and then cold water can come in body and make you ill?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@feiwong70 No, the skin does not let water through. So cold water after a sauna will not make you ill.

  • @jdw3828
    @jdw3828 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Sunlight I don't like companies/websites that don't list prices for their products, have to send email or call to get super high pricing

  • @izzyp6344
    @izzyp6344 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love the video! The only suggestion I would request is to add actual case studies. This would give us nerds that like statistical breakdowns, a better apple-to-apple comparison.

  • @charmalisa4935
    @charmalisa4935 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!!!!

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are so welcome!

  • @didiermoutoussamy4320
    @didiermoutoussamy4320 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing informative presentation... Awesome work @Michael K.!!!

  • @ryanolson6951
    @ryanolson6951 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great great video. Thanks for the information are you endorsed or sponsored by sunlighten?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm not sponsored by anyone but I'm an affiliate of most brands/products I own, test and review, including Sunlighten and Redwood Outdoors. So if you use my discount code, I get a kickback and can continue making more videos :)

  • @maxicathnry
    @maxicathnry ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely love your video and comparison information….. I love sauna and steam .. steam for my hair and sauna for my cardiovascular system .. I in total spend 3hours 1steam 2sauna I have ice water and have cold showers also I sit at the lowest point .. the heat therapy helps my osteoarthritis triggered by a fall onto my knees during a sporting event … I have read that the steam has an advantage re immune health as it increases white blood cells hence why soo many with viruses migrate into the steam rooms more 🤷🏽‍♀️

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much for the feedback, I really appreciate it!

  • @JasonPeaseDrPease
    @JasonPeaseDrPease 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great breakdown Michael! Nice job

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Appreciate it!

  • @zamanmeshksar8540
    @zamanmeshksar8540 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks so much sir, this helped me a lot! I love the Sunlight inferred sauna as well and I was blessed to know that the EMF is low with this type. Thanks 🎉

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're most welcome!

  • @clintgroom8213
    @clintgroom8213 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    well done. thanks for this video, it has helped me to make a decision.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad I could help! What type of sauna did you decide on?

  • @ArunSharma-ek9tl
    @ArunSharma-ek9tl 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I cannot thank you enough, this was so helpful.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're very welcome!

  • @R003-p1n
    @R003-p1n ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi! Thank you for the video! How often do you do each type of sauna?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don’t have a fixed schedule but have been using the IR sauna more often lately than the wet sauna.

  • @kimleith1378
    @kimleith1378 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Been using my Infared Sauna for a few years. Top temp is only 158 deg. I stay in for 30 min hoping to get the benifits you describe. My Clearlight heaters are all above my shoulders while sitting, so EMF is NOT directly into the head.

  • @jeremiahh5500
    @jeremiahh5500 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have a 3x3 tent with a 4l steamer gets up to 120f in the tent

    • @geodude6244
      @geodude6244 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice mine says 140 f but I don't know if I believe it wish I had a thermometer

  • @designcomputer1
    @designcomputer1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What are your feeling about the Radiant Health Elite Series? Thank you for your informed deduction on Stream vs Infrared Sauna. I am looking to punch a Infrared Sauna in January.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I don't have any hands-on experience with that brand and couldn't find any test reports of their EMF/VOC claims on their webpage or mention of their heaters' emissivity.

    • @designcomputer1
      @designcomputer1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for your reply.

  • @venom5809
    @venom5809 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Here's my take on it, I have had two houses with steam saunas but in my current house I have an infrared sauna and honestly I don't like it that much. I am about to build a steam sauna again. Whenever I used my steam saunas I just always came out really invigorated and felt great. I will just have my steam sauna next to my infrared. LOL. I used to have a steam shower too at one house and going to build another one again.

    • @grantog123
      @grantog123 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Ya, steam evey time.

  • @michaelg1569
    @michaelg1569 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    9 kilowatts costs $4.50 an hour in California during the day. My Costco sauna is not cheap, but it’s probably quite a bit cheaper than yours. Have you tried a Costco sauna?

    • @ericwiese7479
      @ericwiese7479 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      4.50 for 9 KW! Crazy. 1.50 for me….wow

    • @junky802
      @junky802 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Liberals alway make things hard.
      That if a ruff situation buddy.

    • @robinschroth7413
      @robinschroth7413 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Which sauna did you buy from Costco?😊

    • @michaelg1569
      @michaelg1569 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@robinschroth7413 I purchased a 3 person FIR sauna about 10 years ago, If I recall it cost around $1200. I use it every evening for an hour.

    • @mylesgray3470
      @mylesgray3470 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I’m thinking of trying the Costco route. The Dynamic Gracia 1-2 person looks good. If I have an issue, I think can haul it into Costco and get a refund without spending a fortune on shipping which would be a huge benefit.

  • @chrisdriver7776
    @chrisdriver7776 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I can't understand why more studies around infrared sauna benefits haven't been done... I would buy one, if there were studies to support HGH/Cardiovascular/Stress benefits for infrared.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I don't know why there aren't more studies done other than the general acceptance that heat stress from IR is the same as heat stress from hot air. But you can conduct those tests yourself. Just find a local gym that has an IR sauna and use a chest strap to measure your heart rate during the sauna session. You could even get a HGH test done after sauna bathing via Quest or Labcorp. Not that I think about it, I might just do that.

    • @rebeccamareewalkersings
      @rebeccamareewalkersings 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      For sure. I'm very dubious about them without long term studies or effects. It sounds too much like you're cooking yourself from the inside. No thanks.

  • @ashleysanchez5163
    @ashleysanchez5163 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This video is great! I love my IRS and it’s nice to hear this since it motivates me to use it more! In your opinion, how many times a week and how long should the sessions be to see the benefits discussed?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You'll get most benefits from 57+ minutes per week (or 2x 30 mins). But some studies show that the more often you use it, the more benefits you get (as far as longevity is concerned). So I try to use it 3-4x per week.

  • @deelowco
    @deelowco ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video , whats a good temp. For health results, i like it up to 140 degrees

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      As hot as you can handle or as hot as you can get the sauna. For me that’s 150F (IR) and 215F (wet).

    • @deelowco
      @deelowco ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MichaelKummer thank you that definitely helped me I can go a Lil hotter for sure

  • @kylem4269
    @kylem4269 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    so did you mention the difference between dry and wet saunas? Also, I build my sauna myself and used propane as the heat source and I love it. I think you should comment on these items. Cause I think you left them out.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have a video coming up that compares those. If you subscribe, you'll get notified when it airs. Probably in the next two weeks.

  • @bryantcofty2709
    @bryantcofty2709 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Why not use an oral thermometer to check core temp and heat stress?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Because my heart rate tells me everything I need to know :)

  • @jakec5618
    @jakec5618 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    What do you think of costco's traditional (not infrared) saunas ? Based off your video the infrared saunas they have aren't as great as say, clearlight or sunlighten, but how do their traditional with electric heater models compare ?
    Thanks

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I haven't looked into those but would recommend to ask for test reports to make sure they don't off-gas (VOCs...). Most of their models are cheap imports from China and they contain toxic glues and stains that off-gas.

    • @jakec5618
      @jakec5618 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@MichaelKummer Appreciate the reply. That's good to know and yea that's not desirable. Opposite of good health.
      (Would be nice if Costco's models were of good quality).
      Do you know where else to look ? Any brand recommendations?
      Thanks again.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@jakec5618 Redwood Outdoors has good wet saunas as well as Plunge. See th-cam.com/video/HwVAq3VcygI/w-d-xo.html

    • @user-sv3od2gr4o
      @user-sv3od2gr4o 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Costco’s steam saunas are Almost Heaven that are made in the U.S.?

    • @jakec5618
      @jakec5618 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@MichaelKummer Will check it out, appreciate it.

  • @alshaifhir
    @alshaifhir หลายเดือนก่อน

    Missed the top benefit of IR sauna - detox. Cite some studies of the content of sweat of IR vs steam saunas.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I have never heard of studies suggesting that you get rid of more toxins via sweating in an IR sauna. That doesn't make any sense to me.

  • @snatchinitback4635
    @snatchinitback4635 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    21:51: what's this one called, where you're lying down and it's like a long shell? It looks more relaxing than the ones where you sit.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's the Sunlighten Solo - see michaelkummer.com/health/sunlighten-solo-review/

    • @snatchinitback4635
      @snatchinitback4635 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MichaelKummer Thank you!

  • @markhall3434
    @markhall3434 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    steam conducts the heat instead of direct ir radiation. Not sure about the depth of penetration thing, but I know traditional Steam does it for me, the IR not so much. Those plug it in the wall jobbies have to be inferior... I'll go with picnic table construction outside with a 220V 50A service.. for a 3 per.. different strokes.. Looking into an ice shower,, 3 gals per minute, so a 30/40 gallon buffer would be ideal. The recycle rate for 40F water is the question.

  • @AtlanticwayExplorer
    @AtlanticwayExplorer 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    You call it a team sauna , a Sauna is not really powered by Steam , it’s just heat.
    You might pour a scoop or two of water on the rocks, but it’s not really classed as a steam sauna.
    A Steam room on the other hand its a room full of steam .
    A Wood fired Sauna would typically be between 80c and 100c
    A Steam Room is probably about 50c and 60c
    A wood fired Sauna is a dry heat

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm used to pouring a bucket of water over the hot stones over the course of 30 mins. That leads to a significant increase in humidity and steam. Calling that a dry sauna would be ridiculously inaccurate. That's why I call it steam sauna (not steam room).

    • @CatC-cow
      @CatC-cow 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      But a steam room is totally a different thing. It’s like a boat is not a car.

  • @MsAce0424
    @MsAce0424 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Which one is better for mold and metal toxins? Do you happen to know?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Either one will do the trick.

  • @groundrushlabs
    @groundrushlabs ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about emf for infrared?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pick a model that has low/no EMFs, such as the Sunlighten sauna we have. Ask for test reports, if in doubt. See michaelkummer.com/health/infrared-sauna-buying-guide/ for details on how I purchase IR saunas.

  • @user-sv3od2gr4o
    @user-sv3od2gr4o 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What about the Almost Heaven steam sauna from Costco?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Looks pretty good on paper!

  • @billhardy9697
    @billhardy9697 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is your opinion about health club steam rooms and dry saunas? Would you be more likely to get sick from someone in the room via breathing?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Heat kills most pathogens so as long as the steam room or sauna is hot enough, there isn't a high probability of getting sick.

    • @DavidDrimmel
      @DavidDrimmel ปีที่แล้ว

      You are more likely to get sick. When someone is sick opens that door, coughs or sneezes in or near a steam sauna, those pathogens will get carried into the air more efficiently and you can get sick. Also, hot air doesn’t necessarily kill pathogens.

    • @IcelanderUSer
      @IcelanderUSer 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      The potential problem with public steam and saunas is cleanliness. There’s nothing worse than a stinky steam/sauna where dozens of people have sweated and no one cleaned it. That’s why a home unit is preferable. That is if your public sauna is dirty.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@IcelanderUSer If they're hot enough, the heat kills all germs. So I wouldn't be too concerned about germs in public saunas.

    • @venom5809
      @venom5809 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@IcelanderUSer That's why I have always had saunas at home, that way I don't have to deal with other people and also their germs. LOL

  • @B0sTonCeltics20534
    @B0sTonCeltics20534 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    IR saunas are also way cheaper

  • @NA1L3D
    @NA1L3D 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It might be that people who are prone to conditions like congestive heart failure would have a negative impact to their lungs in the steam sauna. The additional moisture in the air could worsen their condition.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      If you suffer from a heart condition, I'd recommend talking to a knowledgable medical professional (if you can find one) before using a sauna.

    • @NA1L3D
      @NA1L3D 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MichaelKummer For sure.

    • @NA1L3D
      @NA1L3D 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @MichaelKummer I like your channel BTW. Very informative.

  • @thetoecutter3269
    @thetoecutter3269 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you 👍🏼

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No problem 👍

  • @skeleton1765
    @skeleton1765 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just want to know which one will make you sweat more.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That depends. Do you consider the water that accumulates on your skin from the humid air and steam part of sweating? If so, the steam sauna adds more water to your skin. But if you're only concerned about the sweat that exists your body, either sauna will do the trick.

  • @carolerawls
    @carolerawls 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    how did infrared get a rating for respiratory? 4:45 sort of answered at 12:35

  • @jeffmangel5363
    @jeffmangel5363 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for the great content! I see your IR sauna has a cover on it. Is it an "indoor" model that you're protecting from the elements with the cover or an "outdoor" model and you're just doubling up weather protection?
    I've seen indoor models with features I like but I'm interested in placing it next to my house where it would be exposed to rain. Suggestions?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's an outdoor model, but Sunlighten has the speakers and amps under the ceiling, so you need a cover. If you have an overhang or porch, you don't need the slip-on cover, but ours is in the open.

    • @jeffmangel5363
      @jeffmangel5363 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you!

  • @felixaudet5860
    @felixaudet5860 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What about a propane boiler steam sauna? Is this a thing?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Never heard of that.

  • @jsg9575
    @jsg9575 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    With skin health, I'd say Finnish sauna is noticeably better. My skin looked so good that I actually had a colleague randomly say to me one day "Wow you skin looks so good". My skin on my face from IR sauna simply doesn't look as good compared to when I use Finnish

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's because your face is usually not close to the heaters in an IR sauna :)

    • @markp2194
      @markp2194 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Do you personally get closer to the light sources or heat sources for skin?

  • @liam3067
    @liam3067 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what kind of light does you IFR sauna use?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Full spectrum infrared, if that's what you were asking.

  • @grantog123
    @grantog123 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Steam for me.

  • @mitche5007
    @mitche5007 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Please tell me that you are using purified water, preferably distilled in the steam sauna, may also be getting a dose of chlorine fluoride and who knows what else😮

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes, we have a whole house filtration system. No chlorine in any of our water.

  • @Payton77
    @Payton77 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So, are you claiming that infrared for 30 minutes burned 1200 calories? Or is this just post workout?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Nope, the section of the video was about heart rate. The calorie information on the overlay was my active calorie burn on that day before I jumped into the sauna and you can ignore that.

    • @Payton77
      @Payton77 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@MichaelKummer got it. I was about to 100% opt for the infrared😂😂

  • @airgordo4
    @airgordo4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What’s the like 700 calorie difference in the first clip showing the heart rate?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Obviously, I wasn’t in both saunas at the same time. In other words, those clips were recorded on different days and times.

  • @lomaleks1332
    @lomaleks1332 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What`s you opinion on $1.5k Relax Far Infrared Sauna (ceramic semiconductors that excludes near and middle infrared energy) in comparison to wood IR Saunas?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The Therasage 360 is a much better and less-expensive choice, if you're looking for a personal sauna. See th-cam.com/video/udxsVzUk2tQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=nq1Fy6fMMFXpx2lI

  • @TheSmiaf
    @TheSmiaf 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Humidity doesnt open airways for asthmatics. Actually it triggers mine.

  • @SidneyCopilow
    @SidneyCopilow 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    looking for barrel steam sauna for outside, under$3000, ? 4:39

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I haven't come across a quality barrel sauna with a heater for that price.

  • @felixaudet5860
    @felixaudet5860 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Heat = Jitter of elements or matter. The type of elements or materials that's vibrating is also important.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I have no idea what you're trying to say.

  • @randyclar747
    @randyclar747 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Are you getting paid to promote sunlighten products, or are they really superior with proof to back it up from third party on all elements?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm an affiliate of Sunlighten (as indicated in the video description) but they do have an excellent product. I also own and have tried a few other saunas I can recommend -- see michaelkummer.com/health/best-infrared-saunas/

  • @M13x13M
    @M13x13M 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Infrared does not get hot enough but I think dry traditional is the best and I think the wood re radiating infrared of a traditional sauna is also a important factor.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Have you actually watched the video before typing this comment? I'm pretty sure I addressed the "IR saunas aren't hot enough" myth.

    • @M13x13M
      @M13x13M 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MichaelKummer Yes, I did but the "research" regarding sauna is far too imprecise regarding the definition of a sauna. So the benefits from "sauna" are all suspect since the data may be describing heat stress not a sauna experience. Then there is dry sauna versus steam sauna. The heat capacity of water is 4 x that of air. It is not even possible to talk about the temperature of a sauna since radiant energy does not really heat air but the wood and bodies in the room.

  • @jeremiahh5500
    @jeremiahh5500 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If you have solar panels you are getting lots of emf is those solar panels are near you home or on the roof. It’s actually danger levels of solar if near your home or on roof

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I don't know who told you that but I can tell you that our EMF levels haven't changed with the addition of solar panels.

  • @BRECKDOG
    @BRECKDOG ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Why do you keep saying steam sauna when you mean dry sauna?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's because I don't mean dry sauna. Pouring water over the rocks in the barrel sauna produces a lot of steam and increases the humidity dramatically. I wouldn't call that a dry sauna. I can see how the infrared sauna could be considered a dry sauna, but using the term "infrared" is more accurate imho.

    • @BRECKDOG
      @BRECKDOG ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @MichaelKummer Oh I see but this makes little sense to me as a European. We don't touch the rocks it add extra humidity at all. We make it so hot we don't need to . If we wanted humidity I'd use or make a steam room.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@BRECKDOGI don't know where in Europe you're from. I grew up in Austria and pouring water over the sauna rocks is a common practice there but I understand not everybody does it that way. It's certainly optional if you like the extra humidity and heat (which I do).

  • @MrPaulFisch
    @MrPaulFisch ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your heart rate is roughly 10% higher in traditional sauna. Depending on the temp and humidity of your sauna you can probably get 20% higher heart rate than your infra red. I have owned both types of saunas and traditional
    sauna is more superior on all accounts. Infra red studies like to piggy back on traditional sauna studies .
    Infra red is not sauna .

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  ปีที่แล้ว +10

      My highest-ever recorded sauna HR was 119 the other day in my new IR sauna. So I have to disagree.

    • @CG_Lord
      @CG_Lord ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I also disagree I just got out of mine feeling like I ran for a few miles afterwards.

    • @humbertomanteiga
      @humbertomanteiga ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How about making a hybrid?

  • @dmerls8571
    @dmerls8571 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Traditional dry saunas always seem to be out of order and they use lots of electricity. Do yourself a favor and get an infrared.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Never had any issues with my sauna heaters. But you can also get a traditional wood oven and avoid all potential outages.

  • @bullfighter6951
    @bullfighter6951 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What about an infrared sauna blanket?

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not the same thing. See michaelkummer.com/health/sun-home-infrared-sauna-blanket/

  • @andrewborntrager7909
    @andrewborntrager7909 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for the video. I disagree on one point. If you count calories, you will loose weight. I know it's not healthy, but I lost 50 pounds by eating complete garbage junk food one time a day and counting calories.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I should have been more specific and said "sustainable, healthy weight loss." Of course you can lose weight eating junk food while maintaining a caloric deficit but it's neither sustainable, nor healthy and utterly misguided imho.

  • @lars277
    @lars277 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    If it isn't steam, it is not a sauna. Look it up. No steam, no sauna.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I don't know what you're talking about or if you're splitting hair. But thanks for the comment.

  • @jsg9575
    @jsg9575 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Finnish sauna isn't a steam sauna. Finnish sauna is dry heat.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      All the Finnish saunas I've tried got steamy real quick once we started pouring over the hot stones.

  • @miguelmejia4656
    @miguelmejia4656 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    no hiphop

  • @princescott
    @princescott 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    According to scientific evidence you are excruciatingly hot. Sauna or not. 🥵

  • @discgolf2021
    @discgolf2021 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Suomessa tuo sun sauna on mökki sauna ei oikea sauna

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not sure what that means.

  • @rahuliox
    @rahuliox 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    to much rambling. just get to the point. don't drag it all out. Drag it out afterwards if you want.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      A lot of people like my soothing voice ;)

  • @cp37373
    @cp37373 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    The science disagrees with you. If you eat less calories, you lose weight. That is without question the most important factor.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +46

      While energy balance certainly plays a role, it's not quite that simple and it's certainly not the most important factor. Just consider that the body utilizes 100 calories worth of steak completely differently than the same amount of calories from a doughnut. For example, protein and fat are used for more than energy while carbs are only used for energy. That's why you can lose weight by eating more calories of meat than what your body needs (as an example).

    • @MarkOsgood-ld2kx
      @MarkOsgood-ld2kx 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Great comparison 👍 it was exactly the information I was looking for.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@MarkOsgood-ld2kxThanks, man!

    • @CainnechK
      @CainnechK 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@MichaelKummer Well said

    • @dmerls8571
      @dmerls8571 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MichaelKummer Why sauna at all if you are going to eat alot of meat? And if that meat hasn't screwed you yet, you just aren't old enough. Everything in moderation ESPECIALLY red meat.

  • @onekerri1
    @onekerri1 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Before I watch, I'm gonna say the infrared is better.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Have you changed your mind after watching?

  • @Xr3737
    @Xr3737 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    sry bud i only take sauna advice from ppl whos name i can't pronounce, got a tooth knocked out playing hockey, and are a little drunk off longdrink.

    • @MichaelKummer
      @MichaelKummer  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You definitely seem drunk. Maybe get some sleep instead of wasting time on TH-cam.