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Improved blood circulation. The circulatory speed eliminates waste from the body more
quickly.
Elimination of toxins. It opens the pores and contributes to cleansing the skin and your
body.
Improved respiration. It helps to clear the respiratory tracts, making any mucosity in the
bronchial tubes more fluid. In the case of colds and chills, a vast improvement will be
noticed.
Alleviation of pain. The combination of body heat, improved circulation, emissions of
endorphins and the heating of stiff joints alleviates pain and discomfort.
Improved cardiovascular function. Improved blood circulation and flow.
Alleviation of arthritis. The sauna has a positive effect on the locomotor system and on
psycho-emotional health.
It prepares the body for other therapeutic treatments. After a sauna, the condition of your
skin and muscles is ideal for having a massage or another treatment requiring the
application of some kind of product.
It helps you to sleep. It relaxes the body and helps you to sleep more easily.
1-
Have a lukewarm shower and enter the sauna with your skin wet and clean.
2-
Sit down or lie down (on a towel) on the bottom bench for 10 to 15 minutes at the
most.
3-
Come out and have a cold shower, starting with your arms and legs.
4-
Relax by sitting down or strolling outside the sauna. If you are thirsty have a drink,
but never alcohol.
5-
Lie down on the top bench and relax for 10 minutes. The humidity will be greater
than during the first session and you can use birch branches if you wish.
6-
Have another cold shower and go back in for another 5 minutes. It feels better with
the right humidity and temperature.
7-
Maximum relaxation period from 10 to 15 minutes.
8-
Finish by having a cold shower to cleanse sweat, impurities and dead cells from
your skin. You can go back into the sauna for a moment and at a low temperature.
Afterwards, have another shower or have a swim in the pool.
Wrap yourself up well and recover at leisure. Do not carry out brusque exercises. Hydrate
yourself by taking small sips of water or an isotonic drink.
Benefits of the Sauna
How to take a sauna
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