What you should know before using a sauna

What you should know before using a sauna

Across cultures, sauna use has been a popular practice for many centuries. People have commonly used sauna to unwind and de-stress. While these benefits and more exist, it’s important to follow safety guidelines and be aware of myths regarding this heated activity.

“Careful, daily use shouldn’t pose a problem to healthy, hydrated individuals, but two to four times a week is typical for most,” Steven Allen, an exercise physiologist and fitness director at Advocate Condell Centre Club in Libertyville, IL, says.

 

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