From ancient Rome to traditional Japan, up to today's health centers, the sauna is known for its many beneficial effects. The skin is the largest organ in the human body, read the tutorial and learn how to take care of it by taking the sauna.
Steps
Step 1. Take a shower to eliminate bacteria that can reproduce quickly in a warm environment
Don't wash your hair, you will do it later. Don't forget to dry yourself completely.
Step 2. Enter the sauna and stay inside for about 10-15 minutes
Step 3. Get out of the sauna, take a shower, and then go for a brisk walk
Step 4. Take another cold shower, starting with the legs and then moving to the arms before fully entering the shower
Step 5. If possible, immerse yourself in a tub of cold water or scrub your arms and torso with ice cubes
Step 6. Rest for at least 20 minutes before entering the sauna again
You will need to feel warm and relaxed, but not hot or sweaty. You can also take a warm foot bath during this time.
Step 7. Return to the sauna for about another 10-15 minutes
Step 8. In all, you will need to perform three complete sauna cycles, including walks, cold showers / baths and rest
Step 9. Shave your legs for a close shave and wash your face until the pores of the skin are well open
Advice
- Choose the position in which to sit based on the degree of heat you can withstand, the highest bench is the one where the heat is greatest.
- Make your sauna experience short and intense, it is better to position yourself on the middle or upper bench for 10 minutes rather than the lower one for 20.
- Wear flip flops in the sauna, the floor could be slippery.
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Health benefits of the sauna:
- Beautiful and radiant skin
- Stress reduction
- Up to 400 calories burned in 30 minutes!
- Sleep improvement
- Smooth skin
- Benefits brought to the heart and other organs!
- Removal of dead cells
- Improved collagen production and skin nutrition due to increased blood flow!
- Intense activity without having to run!
- A walk allows relaxation of the respiratory system and increases oxygen intake.
- It is important that the skin is completely dry before entering the sauna.
Warnings
- If you feel unwell, onset of dizziness or in unbearable heat, get out of the sauna.
- If you have high blood pressure, consult your doctor before submitting your body to a sauna.
- In the sauna, don't move vigorously or in a hurry, you could cause dizziness.
