The November issue of Harvard Men's Health Watch explains how these changes may influence a normal man's health.
Some guy named Dr. Harvey Simon said that all in all, saunas appear safe for the body, but there is little evidence that they have health benefits above and beyond relaxation and a feeling of well-being. I personally think those are very important :(?
He also suggests that the sauna users ( which includes me ) follow these simple precautions:
- Avoid alcohol and medications that may impair sweating and produce overheating before and after your sauna.( I have done this one a millions times and i'm still alive )
- Stay in no more than 15–20 minutes. ( I have stayed in for more than an hour, i did have a few cold beers to keep me company )
- Cool down gradually afterward. ( I take a cold shower afterwards )
- Drink two to four glasses of cool water after each sauna. ( Yeah. Seems kinda legit after sitting in over 100C for 30-unlimited time )
- Don’t take a sauna when you are ill, and if you feel unwell during your sauna, head for the door. ( Stupid doctor doesn't know anything his talking about... When i'm ill, sauna makes me feel better :S )
I'm a superhuman
Haha. I seriously need to work on the avoiding alcohol part.
VastaaPoistaHaha, rules are just there to be broken. Well, suggestions are a different matter but still.
VastaaPoistahaha thats so awesome thanks alot
VastaaPoista15-20 minutes? Hmm, seems like 30 or 45 would be fine. However, being all wrinkly feels horrible XD
VastaaPoistaInteresting stuff. I still don't plan on ever using sauna though, unless I'm alone...and it's in my house..
VastaaPoistaheh never knew someone cared about saunas so much, good luck
VastaaPoistaA great guide!
VastaaPoistaLooks like you have a differing of opinions there :)
VastaaPoistaI've only started saunaing recently, so I have yet to go against many standard precautions... Do you have your own sauna then?
very informative
VastaaPoistaYou should obviously drink a lot of water if you're going to sweat it out. I love saunas, we're getting one built into our new house. +Followed
VastaaPoistaNever really been in a sauna, its one thing I really want to try out! Thanks!
VastaaPoistaDon't have any saunas near my place....but the alcohol part must be the hardest thing ;P
VastaaPoistaGood tips. Ill be sure to keep them in mind.
VastaaPoistaHaven't tried saunas myself but I hate sweating so I doubt I'd enjoy it :o
VastaaPoistaI've only ever tried being in a sauna once and I freaked out. I don't know why. I guess my body and sense just weren't used to that kinda thing. Felt awesome afterwards though.
VastaaPoistaFollowed.
Avoid alcohol and sauna. Damn.
VastaaPoistaSaunas are soooo gooood.
VastaaPoistaFollowing.
Oh god, i once went in the sauna while ill, did NOT work out.
VastaaPoistanice guide! :) following and supporting, keep it up!
VastaaPoistaSaunas are simply the best. I always feel amazing afterwards.
VastaaPoistaFollowing.
Yeah, what @kirjoitti said; You are going to have a massive hangover drinking whilst in chilling in a sauna.
VastaaPoistasauna is always relaxing but don't overdo it ^^
VastaaPoistaSauna is quite nice, but I'm not the guy who can hang out there longer than 10 minutes. It's refreshing though ;)
VastaaPoistaFew very nice tips in there! need to start doing sauna abit i guess
VastaaPoistaI know what you're talking about. Back in October me and my mates would hit the gym just to go into the sauna. It's lovely.
VastaaPoistaIf i had a sauna I would obey all these rules! Thanks for the interesting post!
VastaaPoistaGood advice and info. I love saunas, very relaxing. These tips help maximize the experience..
VastaaPoistaI always go drunk and stay for like 2 hours ..And when I'm sick, I'll drink some extra scotch
VastaaPoistaHmm.. I should try some saunas, I think
VastaaPoistaYou can make a pretend sauna in your bathroom! Sit on the toilet and turn the hot water on for a while. It's not the same but pretty close...you still get most of the benefits, and it's a lot cheaper.
VastaaPoistaClearly, your abilities of sauna endurance surpass that of the ordinary human.
VastaaPoistaI always get a little nauseous when i got in a sauna.
VastaaPoistayou shouldnt get drunk and pass out in saunas
VastaaPoistahaha funny story
VastaaPoista¬¬ i cant enter on sauna where i live, to bad :(
VastaaPoistaI'm right there with you. Sanas are great when you're sick, and I LOVE the shock of vary hot --> very cold.
VastaaPoistamm if only you could drink before...oh well saunas are awesome
VastaaPoistaI've never been in a sauna, but drinking in one seems like a bad idea. lol
VastaaPoistamight want to change your background and/or text color. It's hard to read for me.
VastaaPoistaI always feel refreshed after sitting in the sauna!!
VastaaPoistayep u are ;D
VastaaPoistaYour work on this blog is great! keep it up!
VastaaPoistagreat post. following!
VastaaPoistagreat tips, ive got a home made sauna in the countryside :P
VastaaPoistadidn't know that. guess it's time to change a few habits..
VastaaPoistaSaunas are almost as good as hot tubs...
VastaaPoistasauna 4 ever!!
VastaaPoistaHmm the whole not drinking thing is gonna be an issue
VastaaPoistai want to go to a sauna, i've never got around to doing it though. i just wouldn't go alone. and i't kind of awkward to ask one of my friends hey wanna come have some steamy times with me?
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