The Wellness Blog

When it comes to a holistic approach to health and wellness, the unique combination of a sauna session followed by a cold plunge is an emerging trend with deep roots in tradition and modern science. This practice, long embraced in Scandinavian cultures, is gaining global recognition for its multitude of health benefits. The Science of Heat: Sauna Benefits Saunas, particularly those crafted from cedar, offer more than just a warm retreat. They activate a process known as hyperthermic conditioning. According to research by Dr. Rhonda Perciavalle Patrick, Ph.D., this process can significantly improve endurance, muscle mass acquisition, and stress tolerance....

1. Saunas improve overall health, wellness and performance. Not surprisingly, sauna bathers most frequently cite stress reduction as the number one benefit of sauna use. Medical studies often determine that stress in our daily lives can negatively affect our health. In fact, the vast majority of disease (e.g. heart disease) is at least partially stress-related. Heat bathing in a sauna provides stress relief in a number of ways. It’s a warm, quiet space without any distractions coming from the outside" The heat from the sauna relaxes the body's muscles, improves circulation and stimulates the release of endorphins. Endorphins are the...