Sweating in the sauna

To get rid of the excess heat, your body begins sweat to produce. The advantage is that in this way not only heat, but also waste products are removed. In addition, various bodily functions are stimulated.

Sauna heat

For example, your heart will beat faster, as if you were going on a long walk. That is not only good for the functioning of your heart, but also ensures better blood circulation throughout your body. In addition, the sauna heat has a relaxing effect on your mind and on your muscles and joints.

Hot and cold

In the sauna cabin, the heat is indirectly passed on to your body via the air at a temperature of about 70 to 100 degrees Celsius. Because the humidity is very low, this extreme heat is reasonably well tolerated: the sweat then evaporates more easily.

By occasionally pouring some water on the stones of the sauna heater, you create a steam burst that settles on your skin and promotes sweating. Because your body gets quite hot, cooling down is an essential part of the sauna ritual.

From the warm cabin you can cool off in the fresh air and/or with a dip in cold water. The cooling is refreshing and has a stimulating effect on important organs.

The alternation of perspiration with cooling also ensures a thorough cleaning of the skin. It also stimulates cell renewal. Healthy skin starts with a visit to the sauna.

A milder climate infrared cabins

In addition to the original Finnish sauna, you will now also find an infrared cabin in many saunas and thermal baths. The difference with the ‘normal’ sauna is that your body is heated directly by infrared rays. There is a normal humidity and a temperature of ‘only’ 40 to 60 degrees Celsius. Due to the milder climate it is easier to keep out than in a Finnish sauna. In addition, your body gets rid of the excess heat more easily. A cooling phase is therefore unnecessary.

More resistance, less stress

The sauna is good for almost everyone. It is only off limits for babies, because they are not yet able to properly regulate their own body temperature.

In addition, pregnant women and people with diabetes or high blood pressure, before a sauna visit, it is advisable to get advice from their GP. Furthermore, every healthy person can enjoy the relaxing effect of the sauna.

Take a puff once a week and you will increase your natural resistance considerably. People who regularly visit a sauna therefore suffer less from colds.

Frequent sauna baths are also recommended for athletes, people who are under tension or have painful muscles and joints. The sauna relaxes tired muscles, removes waste products and relieves stress and tension.

What does the sauna do to you?

• Increases the natural resistance.
• Soothes and relaxes tired muscles.
• Relieves stress and provides relaxation.
• Increases the metabolism.
• Improves circulation.
• Refreshes the moisture reserves.
• Promotes the recovery process and the release of natural painkillers.