Saturday, November 13, 2010

Infrared Sauna

We've been ecstatic that our building just built an infrared sauna.  After the kids are asleep, we take turns going down to use it either before or after a gym workout or swim.  It's pretty damn awesome.


What is the different between this and a regular sauna you ask? An infrared sauna is a sauna that uses heaters emitting far infrared radiant heat. Unlike traditional Finnish Saunas, infrared saunas do not use steam, (which heats the air, and thereby the user), but instead use infrared radiation to directly heat the user.  It is the same heat the sun emits, but without harmful UV rays.


It is the same heat that is used for newborns in the "warmer" at the hospital and in incubators for premature babies.  There are so many advantages to using an infrared sauna that a lot of spas and wellness centers are building them these days.  

  • Removes Toxins
  • Reduces Stress
  • Improves Skin - clears cellulite, tones & hydrates cells and pores
  • Burns Calories - as much as 600 calories or more in a 30 minutes session
  • Pain Relief - Arthritis, muscle spasms, joint stiffness, sprains
  • Strengthens Cardiovascular System - stabilizes blood pressure, heart rate, cardiac output and increases metabolic rate

With that said, if you come out for a visit, don't forget your swimsuit!

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