I have been using a Finnelo infrared sauna for about two months now. generally 45 minutes at 60 degrees C...73 old male ... it has really helped with my arthritis pain and sleep quality. I noticed if I use it every other day I get better results. When it is cold it is truly like a nice long warm hug...I use a one person model set up in my apartment, only takes an area 3ft x 3ft and plugs into a standard 110 outlet . Great topic doctors, thank you.
I’m a 76 yrs old female and I’m using the sauna about 5 nights a wk for 10 mos. Now my blood pressure went down and I’m feeling better too. It’s an infrared light single person portable sauna. I’ve lost a few pounds too. I love it.
I have done a regular sauna most every day for many years. When I was working as a surgeon, I ran several miles, did a sauna, then went to the hospital. Doctor awake, patient asleep. :-)
A high quality red light, panel along with pro resolving mediators and a few other supplements, completely obliterated my hip osteoarthritis -- I was about to have hip surgery, but decided to try the above mentioned treatment in my home for nine months. Progressively decreasing pain, until a jump down with red light/nir light. No pain med whatsoever. I can do all my physical activities pain free again. A miracle.
Thank you both for such an insightful video on the benefits of sauna use. You're well researched perspective is a breath of fresh air, especially in how effectively you've addressed the skeptics. My husband and I have been using a dry sauna 2 to 3 times a week for over a decade and we're living proof of its incredible benefits. Our evening sessions leave us waking up, happy, positive, and strong each day. We're so grateful to see voices like yours championing this practice.
Purchased a hybrid sauna for my home. About $7k. But I like infrared and hubby likes steam. We replaced our hot tub - there is virtually zero maintenance. We love it!
@colleensmith3374 it is Medical Sauna out of California- a 818 number. ( sorry I don't know how to add a link). We purchased one for outside and placed it under a gazebo - it's really attractive! My son is now building an outdoor shower to complete the experience. 😁 we are in Northern Arizona. Have fun!
I cleaned my sauna this morning and used it for the first time in five years and THEN see this video (which was just posted) Coincidence! I can do 130°.
Feeling of relaxation after sauna is Amazing. Only change in my lifestyle and after about 8 months of sauna my blood pressure dropped substantially (about 25-30 mm drop)
We have an infrared sauna and I just started to use it two days ago. I recently read about using it for menopause hot flashes and hormonal imbalances in addition to the health benefits you mentioned. The temperature ranges I’ve seen for infrared saunas are between 110 and 130 degrees. I’ve started at 110 for 20 minutes. I’m in excellent health, but the hot flashes are annoying. I’m excited to see how this works for me. Thanks for the great information.
I grew up in Phoenix and have lived in the Mojave Desert most of my life. Now retired and living in a cooler mountain climate, I'd been thinking about a dry sauna to use in winter. I want to recreate that good feeling of 100 degree days. You've convinced me!
The World Health Organization says that life expectancy in Canada and Finland are the same, 81years. I have a sauna at home, 75c for 30min and I sauna every day. I love it.
I was in Germany cologne this summer & went to a health club & experience the sauna & steam rooms it was an amazing experience! I felt so relaxed & fresh afterwards! I’m now looking to join/go regularly to 1 here in the uk.
9 years ago, we bought a hobby farm outside of Chicago with a fully equipped weight room and sauna. We've used the weight room only a couple times, but I do use the sauna on a regular basis to proof bread. I was once a baker, and a sauna makes a wonderful proofer for yeast breads and cinnamon rolls. Needless to say, maybe I really should use the exercise equipment after all LOL
We recently tried all different type of saunas, found that the traditional Finish sauna is the best. We absolutely love it and felt the benefits so we are building one at home now.❤
After a work trip to Finland, Sauna became a must have for me! My wife has hard time sleeping and relaxing in general, she is starting to see huge gains in her sleep and overall stress reduction along with diet and exercise but using the sauna 3-4 times a week was what really sparked the deeper sleep!
Have a 6’x6’ barrel and love it. Been hitting the shvitz regularly since 2021 and don’t want to live without it. 195F is as hot as my skin can take it. Sauna4life!
Living in Texas is like being in a sauna about 10 months out of the year!🥵 If I want to sweat, I just have to walk outside.☺️ This was very interesting to hear about saunas. Although I'd be more inclined to install a meat locker!😉 Thanks for sharing another great video!👍
I’ve been doing this on an out for about four years initially to detox, heavy metals and mold because my business is mold, inspections and protocols. But I quickly learned how beneficial it was based on those Finnish studies and I try to do it every day sometimes morning and night every morning, and then I do a cold plunge briefly, depending upon how cold it is..
We have very deep traditions of sauna use in Lithuania. Recently, over the past 25 years, visiting saunas has become extremely popular. Thank you for the interesting insights.
It took me about 6 months to go from 10 to 30 minutes in the local YMCA sauna. Since reaching 30 minutes, my overall strength, speed and health has continued to improve, though there are a lot of confounding variables for my case like diet and exercise. I use it to extend my weekly evening strength training, or weekly afternoon swim. BTW I'm 63 and have been setting modest running PRs for the past couple months.
If you’re reading this start living before it’s too late. I recommend reading “Health and Beauty Mastery” that book is a real eye opener, i completely changed my habits.
One more benefit is connecting more with your partner. We bought a 4-person barrel sauna last year and my husband and I use it 4-5 times a week! It's great to unwind and have a chat! Plus, it looks like a little hobbit house that the grandkids think is pretty cool. I thought we wouldn't use it as much in the summer but that was not the case!
I started using it, I think it helped, I'd be a perfect person to try a placebo on, now I'm on biotin as store didn't have collagen, my friend uses that for her hair which is amazing, my nails seem harder but it's for my skin, you're suppose to take at night which neither of us do, weird, is the stuff supposed to float to your ends or something?
Wonder what your thoughts are about hot yoga … I’m in my 4th months and i have seen so many benefits so far, I’m in love. My sleep is amazing, decrease stress and mobility has improved significantly.
I've started using the sauna a few months ago. I know I should've asked my Dr. first but went anyways. Some gyms have them so I started. I'm okay as I did anyways had a scheduled Drs. appt. My fibromyalgia & arthritis pain I will always have however using the sauna has helped my body. I understand we all have different body symptoms but if you have the chance it couldn't hurt. People that are overweight or have heart issues should not. This is what I was told. Hope this helps. Take care of your body and get healthy. ❤
Have sauna in my condo building using it regularly and have been aware of most of these benefits for some time.. I like to do some stretching once I am warmed up..
I do take and like saunas, but I prefer cool water in the swimming pool to exercise. Most people prefer a warm pool but I like it cold. It's more invigorating, and I work harder .
I was heat shocked, mental shocked and 40% all around shocked by this info. Off to look at building my own Sauna! question: any info on wet vs dry sauna?
Heat increases plasma volume which can be part of a training program. But general health claims have to be confounded by social determinants of health as people who can afford sauna and related free time are different from those who can't
I am a retired Atlantic Canada, RN after 40 years full time. I had a posterior hip replacement in January and in May, we went to Mexico. My hip was fine, but my left knee, which I am now waiting to have replaced was not. The humidity seemed to make the inflammation worse. Maybe it wasn't the humidity, but it sure seemed to be. So my question is this. We are going on a cruise in three weeks and we have a thermal spa pass. There are multiple types of Saunas. Salt room, regular sauna, infrared sauna, Eucalyptus sauna, ect. I am wondering if the humidity in the sauna may make my inflammation in my knee worse? I've already had by pre-op assessment, and I expect an OR date in early 2025. Side-note, the hip replacement was life changing.
Grew up in the Netherlands during the 60’s and 70’s. Finnish sauna became very popular in the 60’s. My parents would go to the sauna once a week and were never sick. What I understood however and something that is not mentioned in the video and comments, proper cooling down is key. The saunas my parents went to included after the heating period, cooling of the body slowly: 1. Rinse wrists and feed with cold water for a few minutes, 2. going slowly in a cold water pool for as long as you could stand, 3. then going into a room temp pool for 5 min or so, and then 4. Sit with your feed in a hot water basin. This was called one round. My parents would do commonly 2 rounds, then relax by the fire and drink some fresh juice for 20 min followed by a 3rd round. I remember sitting with your feet in hot water was absolutely fantastic. Most saunas I have seen in the US do not have proper cooling down facilities, no hot foot baths and no place to relax. Furthermore, being in the nude is taboo. I would love to read comments on this. Thank you.
Have been in Germany for work recently and the gym I belong to has a chain there. Had some of the best sleeps in a long time. Apparently it is the rapid drop in core body temperature which generates this. Skin is much better. I think the towel wrapped around you is better than the wet togs. I did feel exhausted after doing it four days in a row.
I use the sauna at least 3 times a week and then I go swim for at least 30 minutes various strokes. I find that im warmed up lol so the temperature change is wonderful.
You have me wondering if my 'hot-tub yoga' - 30 minutes 3 x week has the same benefits of the sauna you describe. I am 71, have osteoarthritis, osteoporosis & have broken a couple of bones which kept me inactive for long enough to loose muscle. This hot-tub routine is the only way I can safely ease back in to a weight bearing workout and not injure myself/loose all my progress. Doing squats in the hot water is way more realistic for me right now! The heat makes it all possible!
We have an infrared/dry sauna in our basement. I've found that no more than 20-40 minutes is sufficient, depending on whether or not the sauna was preheated. You will need to shower afterwards, or your partner may exile you from the house.
@@savatryramsaran1877 It's made by Sunlighten and is a Signature model infra red sauna. Shipped in several boxes and must be assembled. It requires a 20 Amp circuit.
@@markbeauchamp2053 hello! I’ve been comparing models with Sunlighten this week. I’m looking at an Amplify model. May I ask what turned you on to the Signature line?
Pretty rad to see this from orthopedists, actually, because the thing i want to know most is how soon i can use the steam room after my posterior hip replacement.
I used to have a hottub and its temp was 104 f. The hot water was nice, but the addition of the bubbles was great. I'd use the hottub 3 to 4 days a week for 20 to 30 minutes. I've used a sauna similarly but the hottub was more acceptable to guests and kids.
Sauna before bed, nice shower equals great sleep! I like beating the odds for early cardiovascular problems, longer life in exchange for getting a good soaking sweat.
I cycle 3-5 times a week at a high intensity. During times when my fitness is high, or times when I am heat adapted, my hr in the sauna is substantially lower. I feel that good cardio fitness is directly correlated to being able to handle high heat environments at a reduced stress level. I would assume that this works in the opposite way. Ie you could use a sauna to improve your cardio fitness, to some degree.
I used to go to a facility that had a sauna and I felt like doing the 15 minute sauna after my workout raised my energy level and made me feel 10 pounds lighter.
My husband and i go to a place that has suites w infared sauna and cold plunge. He swears by both. I prefer the sauna only. The relaxation i feel when done is amazing. And much needed. Detoxing from mold. Anything i can do to help with that. Would love one in my garage.
Thanks Guys! I’m latching on to every tidbit I can to improve my health. (I’m rebuilding the 1959 Volkswagen, I was born with (my body), and turning it into a more exotic car) 😂😂
While I’m thinking about it. I sit in a steam room a lot since I’ve had a chronic cough for years, but I’m starting to think dry heat might be better. What’s your thoughts?
I’m currently on blood pressure meds. 50 years old. 6’1 235 lbs. athletic and workout out 5 days a week. Been using sauna for 15-20 mins a day 5 times a week. Should I worry about my blood pressure do you think?
What about steam to cold plunge to sauna to cold plunge then let your body warm up in room temp? Like 10:2:5:1 minutes total? That’s my minimum 5-6 times a week evenings. Improved my sleep by an extra 2 hrs a nite…got me from 6 hrs to 8 hrs
I could not breathe in a sauna! I had to put a towel in front of my face to breathe. That was years ago. Now post COVID I can no longer handle heat. 40 to 74 is my happy zone now.❤
Doctors or anybody that would know. Is there any research that says? Which type of sauna is best for you the ones from Finland or infrared or other. Thank you
Such great info, but I have one question. I see people at the gym entering the sauna dressed with aerobic clothes on, including sneakers. What is the proper attire for entering the sauna? Love you guys!
I vusit sauna every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on a regular basis for many years. Maximum time i allow me in the sauna is 7 minutes on average. But then as a rule i use the Jacuzzi for 15 minutes and try to do it twice, swimming in between.
Every time i use the sauna i get sick from other gym goers who use it when they are sick! If i could afford one in my own home I would definitely get one.
What about going to sauna right after strength exercise (in the gym) vs going to only sauna (not mixing these activities). Are there any special benefits when combining these two? Like faster muscle recovery? Or vice versa, are there any disadvantages?
Nice! Now do jacuzzi - whirlpool - hot tub (with and without jets). I go from sauna to jacuzzi for the jets on muscles. Is that good, better, best or... shouldn't do that combo?
absolutely a healthy benefit for this old man (62), have had many injuries from a military career, infrared and wet sauna both helpful!!
Thank you for your service!
Thank you for your service and never stop moving
I have been using a Finnelo infrared sauna for about two months now.
generally 45 minutes at 60 degrees C...73 old male ... it has really helped with my arthritis pain and sleep quality. I noticed if I use it every other day I get better results.
When it is cold it is truly like a nice long warm hug...I use a one person model set up in my
apartment, only takes an area 3ft x 3ft and plugs into a standard 110 outlet . Great topic
doctors, thank you.
140°F
I’m a 76 yrs old female and I’m using the sauna about 5 nights a wk for 10 mos. Now my blood pressure went down and I’m feeling better too. It’s an infrared light single person portable sauna. I’ve lost a few pounds too. I love it.
Amazing Linda. Way to go!
I have done a regular sauna most every day for many years. When I was working as a surgeon, I ran several miles, did a sauna, then went to the hospital. Doctor awake, patient asleep. :-)
Never felt my arthritis pains while using sauna regularly. I found it as an amazing experience and thought of sharing if helpful to another ❤
Thanks for sharing! Good evidence that it reduces joint pain. Glad to hear it!
A high quality red light, panel along with pro resolving mediators and a few other supplements, completely obliterated my hip osteoarthritis -- I was about to have hip surgery, but decided to try the above mentioned treatment in my home for nine months. Progressively decreasing pain, until a jump down with red light/nir light. No pain med whatsoever. I can do all my physical activities pain free again. A miracle.
@@carolhemingway2793Please share the supplements thanks
Thank you both for such an insightful video on the benefits of sauna use. You're well researched perspective is a breath of fresh air, especially in how effectively you've addressed the skeptics. My husband and I have been using a dry sauna 2 to 3 times a week for over a decade and we're living proof of its incredible benefits. Our
evening sessions leave us waking up, happy, positive, and strong each day. We're so grateful to see voices like yours championing this practice.
Purchased a hybrid sauna for my home. About $7k. But I like infrared and hubby likes steam. We replaced our hot tub - there is virtually zero maintenance. We love it!
Sounds great!
Hey, here in Colo & wanting to put in an infrared too. Can you plz share the brand you installed? Thx
@colleensmith3374 it is Medical Sauna out of California- a 818 number. ( sorry I don't know how to add a link). We purchased one for outside and placed it under a gazebo - it's really attractive! My son is now building an outdoor shower to complete the experience. 😁 we are in Northern Arizona. Have fun!
I use my infrared sauna at least three days a week 140° for an hour so relaxing
I cleaned my sauna this morning and used it for the first time in five years and THEN see this video (which was just posted) Coincidence! I can do 130°.
Fahrenheit. They were talking Celsius in the video
I have been using a sauna for 6 months and love it. Needed to discuss red light therapy also.
Feeling of relaxation after sauna is
Amazing.
Only change in my lifestyle and after about 8 months of sauna
my blood pressure dropped substantially (about 25-30 mm drop)
I love saunas. Found out about them when I lived in Minnesota--big Scandinavian population there. Wish I had one!
And it’s cold there too! Almost Canadian 😀
@@TalkingWithDocs "Almost" would be the operative word in that sentence! 😀
We have an infrared sauna and I just started to use it two days ago. I recently read about using it for menopause hot flashes and hormonal imbalances in addition to the health benefits you mentioned. The temperature ranges I’ve seen for infrared saunas are between 110 and 130 degrees. I’ve started at 110 for 20 minutes. I’m in excellent health, but the hot flashes are annoying. I’m excited to see how this works for me. Thanks for the great information.
I grew up in Phoenix and have lived in the Mojave Desert most of my life. Now retired and living in a cooler mountain climate, I'd been thinking about a dry sauna to use in winter. I want to recreate that good feeling of 100 degree days. You've convinced me!
The World Health Organization says that life expectancy in Canada and Finland are the same, 81years. I have a sauna at home, 75c for 30min and I sauna every day. I love it.
How long does it take to heat up?
@@Nevyn42 in the winter time in Canada a good 60 minutes
@@Nevyn42 mine is quick. 10 or 15 min.
@@Elaine-hr9ps what kind of a sauna do you have
It is a 200 cubic foot Cedar sauna with a 9 KW electric heater
I was in Germany cologne this summer & went to a health club & experience the sauna & steam rooms it was an amazing experience!
I felt so relaxed & fresh afterwards!
I’m now looking to join/go regularly to 1 here in the uk.
Oh wow! I was thinking of getting a sauna - I will now. Holy cow - that's a MASSIVE health benefit!!
I do it 2 to 3 times a week, feels great. Good to know how beneficial it is.
9 years ago, we bought a hobby farm outside of Chicago with a fully equipped weight room and sauna. We've used the weight room only a couple times, but I do use the sauna on a regular basis to proof bread. I was once a baker, and a sauna makes a wonderful proofer for yeast breads and cinnamon rolls. Needless to say, maybe I really should use the exercise equipment after all LOL
We recently tried all different type of saunas, found that the traditional Finish sauna is the best. We absolutely love it and felt the benefits so we are building one at home now.❤
Finnish
We are Finnish Swedish and we have grown up w one in our homes. Seattle is cold and wet! But we call it Souwna
This is great news! It's like finding out that whiskey and chocolate are health foods. 😊
actually dark chocolate is
After a work trip to Finland, Sauna became a must have for me! My wife has hard time sleeping and relaxing in general, she is starting to see huge gains in her sleep and overall stress reduction along with diet and exercise but using the sauna 3-4 times a week was what really sparked the deeper sleep!
Sounds great! Thanks for sharing
Yeah, we’re thinking of buying a sauna now. Got a lot of very good health benefits. I already called plunge. Thanks for the info guys.
Have a 6’x6’ barrel and love it. Been hitting the shvitz regularly since 2021 and don’t want to live without it. 195F is as hot as my skin can take it. Sauna4life!
That’s awesome
Living in Texas is like being in a sauna about 10 months out of the year!🥵
If I want to sweat, I just have to walk outside.☺️
This was very interesting to hear about saunas. Although I'd be more inclined to install a meat locker!😉
Thanks for sharing another great video!👍
Can you please post a video about the benefits of cold plunge in the morning? Thank you
I’ve been doing this on an out for about four years initially to detox, heavy metals and mold because my business is mold, inspections and protocols. But I quickly learned how beneficial it was based on those Finnish studies and I try to do it every day sometimes morning and night every morning, and then I do a cold plunge briefly, depending upon how cold it is..
We have very deep traditions of sauna use in Lithuania. Recently, over the past 25 years, visiting saunas has become extremely popular. Thank you for the interesting insights.
Love my sauna… this is something I incorporate into my routine 3-5 days per week :)
It took me about 6 months to go from 10 to 30 minutes in the local YMCA sauna. Since reaching 30 minutes, my overall strength, speed and health has continued to improve, though there are a lot of confounding variables for my case like diet and exercise.
I use it to extend my weekly evening strength training, or weekly afternoon swim. BTW I'm 63 and have been setting modest running PRs for the past couple months.
If you’re reading this start living before it’s too late. I recommend reading “Health and Beauty Mastery” that book is a real eye opener, i completely changed my habits.
I got it, truly a good book
Thanks for sharing
It's a scam.
I have a sauna at my business. I use 4 plus times per week. I feel more relaxed and all around better in so many ways.
That's great!
One more benefit is connecting more with your partner. We bought a 4-person barrel sauna last year and my husband and I use it 4-5 times a week! It's great to unwind and have a chat! Plus, it looks like a little hobbit house that the grandkids think is pretty cool. I thought we wouldn't use it as much in the summer but that was not the case!
Totally agree!
Love your contents . Can you talk about collagen supplements ? Are they worth the hype ?
I started using it, I think it helped, I'd be a perfect person to try a placebo on, now I'm on biotin as store didn't have collagen, my friend uses that for her hair which is amazing, my nails seem harder but it's for my skin, you're suppose to take at night which neither of us do, weird, is the stuff supposed to float to your ends or something?
It causes blood cancer avoid it
Wonder what your thoughts are about hot yoga … I’m in my 4th months and i have seen so many benefits so far, I’m in love. My sleep is amazing, decrease stress and mobility has improved significantly.
Yes it seems to help a lot of people
I use the sauna 2 to 3 times a week and it works , after, I go to the pool to cool off that helps me not feel so tired after the sauna
Awesome
I've started using the sauna a few months ago. I know I should've asked my Dr. first but went anyways. Some gyms have them so I started. I'm okay as I did anyways had a scheduled Drs. appt. My fibromyalgia & arthritis pain I will always have however using the sauna has helped my body. I understand we all have different body symptoms but if you have the chance it couldn't hurt. People that are overweight or have heart issues should not. This is what I was told. Hope this helps. Take care of your body and get healthy. ❤
Have sauna in my condo building using it regularly and have been aware of most of these benefits for some time.. I like to do some stretching once I am warmed up..
I do take and like saunas, but I prefer cool water in the swimming pool to exercise. Most people prefer a warm pool but I like it cold. It's more invigorating, and I work harder .
My gym only has a steam room, does that have the same benefits? Thanks for your videos, so informative
I ask the same question, haven’t received an answer yet.
It has many of the same benefits. It’s all about increasing your core temperature
The apartments i moved into recently have one, so I'm definitely gonna start using it. Thanks for the info!
No problem!! Enjoy
Yes sauna is very beneficial 💯
Sure is
It’s the best ! 50 years now ! 😊
I was heat shocked, mental shocked and 40% all around shocked by this info. Off to look at building my own Sauna!
question: any info on wet vs dry sauna?
30 minutes in the sauna directly followed by a 10 minute ride home in a freezing cold car during an Iowa winter = a cold plunge! 😊
Way to go Iowa!
Love my sauna in the winter.
Heat increases plasma volume which can be part of a training program. But general health claims have to be confounded by social determinants of health as people who can afford sauna and related free time are different from those who can't
That is why they are called STUDIES. If they are properly done, that is all taken into account.
Sure but that doesn’t change the fact that sauna is good for your health. There are many determinants of health.
I am a retired Atlantic Canada, RN after 40 years full time. I had a posterior hip replacement in January and in May, we went to Mexico. My hip was fine, but my left knee, which I am now waiting to have replaced was not. The humidity seemed to make the inflammation worse. Maybe it wasn't the humidity, but it sure seemed to be. So my question is this. We are going on a cruise in three weeks and we have a thermal spa pass. There are multiple types of Saunas. Salt room, regular sauna, infrared sauna, Eucalyptus sauna, ect. I am wondering if the humidity in the sauna may make my inflammation in my knee worse? I've already had by pre-op assessment, and I expect an OR date in early 2025. Side-note, the hip replacement was life changing.
Grew up in the Netherlands during the 60’s and 70’s. Finnish sauna became very popular in the 60’s. My parents would go to the sauna once a week and were never sick. What I understood however and something that is not mentioned in the video and comments, proper cooling down is key. The saunas my parents went to included after the heating period, cooling of the body slowly: 1. Rinse wrists and feed with cold water for a few minutes, 2. going slowly in a cold water pool for as long as you could stand, 3. then going into a room temp pool for 5 min or so, and then 4. Sit with your feed in a hot water basin. This was called one round. My parents would do commonly 2 rounds, then relax by the fire and drink some fresh juice for 20 min followed by a 3rd round. I remember sitting with your feet in hot water was absolutely fantastic. Most saunas I have seen in the US do not have proper cooling down facilities, no hot foot baths and no place to relax. Furthermore, being in the nude is taboo. I would love to read comments on this. Thank you.
Have been in Germany for work recently and the gym I belong to has a chain there. Had some of the best sleeps in a long time. Apparently it is the rapid drop in core body temperature which generates this. Skin is much better. I think the towel wrapped around you is better than the wet togs. I did feel exhausted after doing it four days in a row.
Have been going to local YMCAs' saunas naked for some time. I hope you are wrong😅
I use the sauna at least 3 times a week and then I go swim for at least 30 minutes various strokes. I find that im warmed up lol so the temperature change is wonderful.
Perfect
I live in a warm climate 30 deg C up, training outside sweating would be the same benefit ?
You have me wondering if my 'hot-tub yoga' - 30 minutes 3 x week has the same benefits of the sauna you describe. I am 71, have osteoarthritis, osteoporosis & have broken a couple of bones which kept me inactive for long enough to loose muscle. This hot-tub routine is the only way I can safely ease back in to a weight bearing workout and not injure myself/loose all my progress. Doing squats in the hot water is way more realistic for me right now! The heat makes it all possible!
I'm wondering about the hot tub as well. 8k dollars later.
We have an infrared/dry sauna in our basement. I've found that no more than 20-40 minutes is sufficient, depending on whether or not the sauna was preheated. You will need to shower afterwards, or your partner may exile you from the house.
Ha yes. It’s sweaty in there.
What is the name of sauna you got?
@@savatryramsaran1877 It's made by Sunlighten and is a Signature model infra red sauna. Shipped in several boxes and must be assembled. It requires a 20 Amp circuit.
@@markbeauchamp2053 hello! I’ve been comparing models with Sunlighten this week. I’m looking at an Amplify model. May I ask what turned you on to the Signature line?
Pretty rad to see this from orthopedists, actually, because the thing i want to know most is how soon i can use the steam room after my posterior hip replacement.
great video...I have always believed in the benefits of a sauna
I go to the gym to life weights then jog 30 minutes followed by 25 minutes in the sauna. That’s my routine.
thanks for the update...... i am heading back to the sauna.
I used to have a hottub and its temp was 104 f. The hot water was nice, but the addition of the bubbles was great. I'd use the hottub 3 to 4 days a week for 20 to 30 minutes. I've used a sauna similarly but the hottub was more acceptable to guests and kids.
You guys are very entertaining. Is infrared better than a heat sauna?
I am addicted to the sauna now because of how great I feel after. Is there a difference in benefits between a standard sauna and infrared sauna?
Yes the benefits are different. The evidence on infrared isn’t quite as robust but the applications seem to be much more broad
Sauna before bed, nice shower equals great sleep! I like beating the odds for early cardiovascular problems, longer life in exchange for getting a good soaking sweat.
I cycle 3-5 times a week at a high intensity. During times when my fitness is high, or times when I am heat adapted, my hr in the sauna is substantially lower. I feel that good cardio fitness is directly correlated to being able to handle high heat environments at a reduced stress level. I would assume that this works in the opposite way. Ie you could use a sauna to improve your cardio fitness, to some degree.
Does the infrared saunas have the same benefits from the hot rock sauna? Are the infrared saunas safe?
Thank you!
I used to go to a facility that had a sauna and I felt like doing the 15 minute sauna after my workout raised my energy level and made me feel 10 pounds lighter.
That’s awesome!
I'd be interested in what you think about the health benefits of doing a cool dip after going into the sauna.
Awesome to see you made a video about cold plunges, just one week later! Thanks!🙌💯
As a Swede, I feel best in Thailand 30 35 degrees is what I need to feel good
That’s awesome
My husband and i go to a place that has suites w infared sauna and cold plunge. He swears by both. I prefer the sauna only. The relaxation i feel when done is amazing. And much needed. Detoxing from mold. Anything i can do to help with that. Would love one in my garage.
Thank you guys for this information ❤
I’m a Finn, Sauna makes a difference. Most American gyms do not get hot enough for a real Sauna lover.
My gym hits 190 is that too low?
@@andrewdehne8932I hardly sweat when it’s only 190
@@Real_BobbertBok, you in for 2 minutes max?
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That’s hot enough. Don’t be fooled by warriors saying it’s not hot enough.
Thanks Guys! I’m latching on to every tidbit I can to improve my health. (I’m rebuilding the 1959 Volkswagen, I was born with (my body), and turning it into a more exotic car) 😂😂
Exactly!
While I’m thinking about it. I sit in a steam room a lot since I’ve had a chronic cough for years, but I’m starting to think dry heat might be better. What’s your thoughts?
Can you compare to steam room! which i prefer.
Can you address whether infrared Sauna like blankets provide the same types of benefits
As long as it increases your core temperature there would be similar benefits
I enjoyed listening to this video in the sauna
What about having low BP? Dialtion lowers the bp if the heart is not capable of pumping hard. Causing alot dizziness and potentially blacking out.
I’m currently on blood pressure meds. 50 years old. 6’1 235 lbs. athletic and workout out 5 days a week. Been using sauna for 15-20 mins a day 5 times a week. Should I worry about my blood pressure do you think?
We have a sauna in my condo complex. I am the only person that uses it. I feel lucky I don't have to share!
That is amazing
Does it have to be a Sauna? What about a Steam room?
What about steam to cold plunge to sauna to cold plunge then let your body warm up in room temp?
Like 10:2:5:1 minutes total?
That’s my minimum 5-6 times a week evenings. Improved my sleep by an extra 2 hrs a nite…got me from 6 hrs to 8 hrs
I could not breathe in a sauna! I had to put a towel in front of my face to breathe.
That was years ago.
Now post COVID I can no longer handle heat. 40 to 74 is my happy zone now.❤
Sorry to hear that
Docs didn't specifically mention sauna blankets, but according to some medical literature, the benefits are essentially the same.
I have issues with my skin. Would a sauna help or irritate that.
Love the sauna!What about infrared saunas, same benefits?
It’s incredible
I Steam sauna 4 times a week and I sleep like a baby and feel less toxic, lighter and vibrant after. Highly recommend.
Doctors or anybody that would know. Is there any research that says? Which type of sauna is best for you the ones from Finland or infrared or other.
Thank you
Great video. Very informative with info that is pretty widely know.
BTW, you spelled Better Sleep incorrectly in the video (Better Seep).
Such great info, but I have one question. I see people at the gym entering the sauna dressed with aerobic clothes on, including sneakers. What is the proper attire for entering the sauna? Love you guys!
Go to the Y and Sauna for 20 min then hot tub for 20 more, only thing that keeps my arthritis in check.
I vusit sauna every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on a regular basis for many years. Maximum time i allow me in the sauna is 7 minutes on average. But then as a rule i use the Jacuzzi for 15 minutes and try to do it twice, swimming in between.
Thinking of buying an infra red sauna instead of a wet sauna. Thoughts?
Every time i use the sauna i get sick from other gym goers who use it when they are sick! If i could afford one in my own home I would definitely get one.
That’s frustrating
Listening while in sauna
Love sauna! Try to go daily after swimming.
Would this also apply to Steam opposed to dry sauna?
What about going to sauna right after strength exercise (in the gym) vs going to only sauna (not mixing these activities). Are there any special benefits when combining these two? Like faster muscle recovery? Or vice versa, are there any disadvantages?
What about people with dysautonomia and Mass Cell Activation syndrome? Should we also sauna regularly? Thanks in advance for your reply .
Nice! Now do jacuzzi - whirlpool - hot tub (with and without jets). I go from sauna to jacuzzi for the jets on muscles. Is that good, better, best or... shouldn't do that combo?
I like sauna and will doing infrared soon 😊