Voluntarily sitting in a 55-degree infrared sauna when it’s already hot outside? Why on earth would any sane person do that?

 

Saunas are a no-brainer during the cold, dry winter months. But when the weather starts to warm up, you’ll want to jump in the nearest pool instead of sweating it out in an infrared sauna. In fact, many people believe that saunas shouldn’t be used in the summer at all.

The normal tendency is to associate saunas with cold climates, but saunas are just as beneficial in the summer.

 

The benefits of using an infrared sauna don’t stop or diminish in the warmer months. They still help you burn calories, relax your muscles, lose weight, and improve your cardiovascular and respiratory health.

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Help your body acclimate to the higher temperatures

If you have a hard time adjusting to the summer heat, the thought of getting into a sauna may seem crazy. However, there is plenty of research to suggest that using a sauna in hot weather can help your body acclimatise to the higher temperatures. Spend 25-45 minutes in an infrared sauna at 55-65 degrees and cool down in a pool or shower, and the 30-35 degree temperatures outside won’t be as unbearable.

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Summer Detox

During the summer months we all know that our bodies sweat a lot; however, they sweat a lot more in a sauna. Sweating in the sauna helps the body and skin get rid of toxins. This becomes all the more important in the summer months when we tend to eat more sugary foods, including ice cream and carbonated soft drinks, and cover our skin with sunscreen all the time.

 

Stay hydrated during summer sauna sessions

Since the body loses too much fluid due to sweating, it is important that you stay well hydrated. You should drink enough water throughout the day, but make sure to drink at least 2-3 glasses of water before, during and after your session. Coconut water is an excellent natural drink to replenish electrolytes lost through sweating.