INCREASED CIRCULATION

 

Everyone who steps foot in a sauna will experience an increase in their circulation. This happens because the heat causes your heart to beat faster, and your blood vessels to widen. This helps blood make its way around your body much more freely.

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Why is this such a benefit? Because it can help and improve certain health issues. For example, better circulation can help with muscle soreness, which athletes and other keep fit enthusiasts could benefit from. As well as this, it can improve joint movement, therefore increasing your mobility if you have issues with your joints. Finally, improved circulation can help with arthritis, decreasing pain and increasing mobility. It’s surprising how much improving your circulation can do.

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REDUCE RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

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When you use one, your heart rate increases and circulation improves. Because of this, the cells in the heart function better as more blood is being pumped to them.

While a sauna shouldn’t be used in place of a healthy exercise regime, it certainly can supplement it and keep the risk of cardiovascular disease down.

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HELP WITH WEIGHT LOSS

 

It’s been found that it can actually help you lose weight by using one. Your heart rate increases while you’re in a sauna, thanks to the dry heat. It’s been suggested that spending 20 minutes in a sauna can help you lose up to 500 calories.

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This happens because your body’s metabolism speeds up in a similar way as it does when you exercise. Again, this isn’t going to replace exercise in your lifestyle, but it’s a fantastic way to help you keep your weight under control.

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Due to the increase in heat , your body will excrete sweat to cool down therefore you will lose water weight . This is a common method for athletes "making weight". 

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FLUSH TOXINS FROM YOUR BODY

 

Using a sauna is actually one of the best ways of flushing these toxins from your body. This is because elements such as lead, arsenic and cadmium are all deep in your skin. By spending time in a sauna, you can actually sweat those elements out. It’s a safe and easy way to counteract the effects of these elements in your body.

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IT RELIEVES STRESS

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You’re choosing to relax: When you step into a sauna, you’re cutting yourself off from the world outside. That means no computers, phones, or anything else that can try and get your attention. All you have to do is sit back and relax.

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RELEASE ENDORPHINS

 

Thanks to the increased heart rate you’ll get after sitting in a sauna, you’ll get more endorphins around your body. These ‘feel good’ chemicals help you relax and feel happier in yourself.

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SOCIAL TIME

 

If you choose to spend time in a sauna with friends, then it’s a great way to socialise. No one’s spending time on their phone or getting distracted, and you’re all getting the same health benefits. As well as this, socializing in general is a great way to unwind. Why not combine it with the health benefits of the sauna?