As saunas, whether wet or dry, are leisure accessories that promote physical and mental relaxation. Thanks to their high temperatures, they improve respiratory conditions, activate blood circulation, favor cardiovascular health and improve the appearance of the skin. In addition, they relieve muscle aches and symptoms of stress and anxiety. When installed in clubs, hotels and condominiums, they also favor interaction with other people, removing feelings of sadness and loneliness.
However, to enjoy all these benefits, saunas must be used in moderation, always following the manufacturer's recommendations and respecting your body's limits. Below you will see some tips for using dry and humid saunas with comfort and safety!
6 tips for using saunas safely
Hydrate well before entering the sauna.
The high temperatures of saunas cause anyone to lose a lot of fluid through sweat. In this sense, drinking plenty of fluids before entering the sauna will prevent dehydration and after the sauna, it will help to replenish fluids in the body. It is even recommended to drink 3 or 4 glasses of water or drink isotonic drinks before and after taking a sauna.
Do not wear jewelery inside the saunas
Both the saunas damp as to dry reach high temperatures, which can even reach 90ºC. Therefore, metallic accessories such as necklaces, rings, bracelets and earrings can heat up quickly and cause burns.
Wear suitable clothes
After all, what are the appropriate clothes to attend a sauna? Although many people practice the activity the way they came into the world (naked), just wrapped in towels, you can use swim trunks, bikinis or bathing suits while in the sauna. Regardless of your choice of clothing, always take a clean, dry towel with you to cover the seat, especially in shared saunas.
watch the temperature
In wet saunas, the temperature is usually around 50ºC, while in dry saunas, can reach 90°C. The important thing here is to know that each person has their own limits. If you feel uncomfortable while bathing in the sauna, check with the person in charge if the temperature can be lowered. If this is not possible, the ideal is to withdraw from the environment.
Twenty minutes is enough!
Another safety tip in saunas is not to exceed the time limit inside the sauna, due to the excessive heat of the environment. Experts recommend as an ideal time between 15 and 20 minutes maximum. If it's your first time, however, it's ideal to start with just 10 minutes.
After the sauna, avoid going straight into the pool or into cold environments
As tempting as it may seem to jump in the pool to cool off after a sauna, this is not recommended as you could suffer a heat stroke. The ideal, in this case, is to cool off the heat of the sauna with a shower. Start wetting your feet little by little, then your wrists, neck, head and finally your whole body. After this care, your body temperature will be balanced again. And ready to get in the pool!
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