The term sauna is very familiar to most Americans: a dark, hot, and steamy room, that smells like eucalyptus and essential oils. However, most people haven't heard of an Infrared Sauna, let alone the term Infrared. We hope to clear away any confusion on Infrared Saunas, so you can feel more confident in jumping in one!

 

Infrared Saunas are dry saunas that incorporate Infrared rays to create a more effective and therapeutic experience.

Infrared Rays are part of the electromagnetic spectrum and are a type of light ray that we cant see with the naked eye. Infrared Rays are emitted by the sun along with other rays.

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Infrared Saunas also have three types of wavelengths that have varying benefits. The three types of wavelength are Near, Mid and Far Infrared Waves. Our sauna incorporates Far-infrared, which is​ the longest wavelength that penetrates the fat cells causing vasodilation, where the fat cells vibrate to expel toxins, resulting in the greatest levels of detoxification and stimulate your metabolism to aid in weight loss. 

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The Infrared Rays in the sauna don't heat the air that they hit, but instead, heat the object inside the sauna. It's very similar to the feeling you get when you're relaxing outside during a chilly day and the sun hits you so that your body feels warm. And while the air can be hot in Infrared Saunas, especially as you start to approach 150°f, the feeling is very distant from a common wet/dry sauna. Because of this direct heat, the Infrared rays are able to penetrate our body more and therefore raise our core body temperature faster than a traditional sauna. Studies show that in a 30-minute session the core body temperature is increased to 100°f. This gradual and sustained body temperature leads to greater flexibility, circulation, cleansing, strength production, recovery, and calories burnt even outside the sauna.

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Read our blog post to learn more about the science behind the sauna: Why Athletes (& Humans) Should Use Infrared Sauna