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Recommendations During infrared Sauna Sessions
1. To help regulate the temperature inside the infrared sauna during your
session, use the roof vent. If you need more cooling, simply leave the door
slightly open until the air around you feels comfortable.
2. Drink plenty of fluids prior to, during and after your sauna session.
3. If you take a hot / warm shower or bath before your sauna session, you may
perspire more freely. Try it with and without bathing or showering first to
determine which way you prefer.
4. Use at least 2-3 towels; sit on one towel folded over several times for added
cushioning. Put another towel on the floor to absorb excess sweat. A third
towel draped over the knees may aid you in comfort and useful to towel off
the sweat. Be sure to towel off excess sweat during your session to help the
body perspire more freely.
5. To help relieve sore and tense muscles, massage the affected areas while in
sauna to help heal faster. Do not put any lotions or oils on the body or face
when using the infrared sauna. This may block the skin pores.
6. Do not eat anything at least an hour before your infrared sauna session. It is
better to go in the infrared sauna on an empty stomach. You are more likely
to feel uncomfortable sitting in a sauna with a full stomach.
7. You can benefit from the relaxing and soothing effects of a regular sauna
session by going to sleep afterwards. The peaceful and relaxed state
rendered by an infrared sauna session will help you sleep easier and better.