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How do I use the sauna? 

What is sauna etiquette?

•  Always consult with your personal physician before using any sauna.
• Drink around12 ounces of water for every 15 minutes you are in the sauna (drink lots of fluid!).
• Start with 20 minutes per day and gradually increase.  After a few weeks, may increase to 30-40 minutes up to twice per day.  If you suffer from serious medical problems, start with 15 minutes.
• The number of sessions and amount of time spent in the sauna should be discussed with your physician.  This should be individualized.
•  Use twice per week up to twice per day.
• The best time for sauna is first thing in the morning or last thing before bed.
• Showering prior to using the sauna can increase the amount you sweat.
• Bathing attire is suggested but shorts and a t-shirt are fine.
• Relax!  Time spent in a sauna should be enjoyable - forget all your worries.
• You can sit, lay, stand or meditate, whatever is comfortable for you.
•  It is claimed that the closer you are to the infrared coils, the better the penetration of the IR energy.  This is not proven, the benefits of this product are only theory.
• Rest for at least 15 minutes after the sauna session with a shower or relaxation techniques.
• At any point during your sauna if you do not feel well, leave immediately, especially if you feel weak, lightheaded, dizzy, or nauseous.  If symptoms do not resolve, seek medical attention!
• You may experience “healing reactions,” which are temporary symptoms that occur as toxic substances leave the body – these may be odors, rashes, tastes, fatigue, headaches, or gastrointestinal changes.  This may be normal, but if symptoms are severe, medical attention should be sought.