Both the sauna and the steam room feels amazing, but what differs in the effects it has on you and your health? Steam rooms and saunas may help with: Reducing muscle tension Promoting relaxation Improve overall well-being Improve circulation Cleanse the skin The main difference between the two is of course that steam rooms produce moist heat and a sauna … [Read more...]
How to Use an Infrared Sauna [How Long & How Often]
Infrared saunas are a fairly new technology, and many may be feeling confused on how to use them, how long you can stay in them, and how often you optimally should use an infrared sauna. How Long Should I Stay in an Infrared Sauna? As with any equipment dealing with a change in the body, it is best to minimize your time to begin with. Start with short periods of time and then … [Read more...]
5 Studied and Health Boosting Benefits of Infrared Sauna
It is no secret that we live in a hectic world. Every day filled with challenges as you rush in different directions trying to meet obligations to work, family, and friends. Perhaps you are one of the millions of people with chronic pain that robs you of energy and joy. Wouldn’t you enjoy a little bit of space in your life to feel better and relaxed? Vacations are … [Read more...]
How a Sauna Can Lower Blood Pressure (Supporting Studies)
Studies have shown that the use of sauna may be beneficial for people suffering with heart-related problems, especially high blood pressure. How Does Sauna Lower Blood Pressure? National Center for Biotechnical Information, published a PubMed.gov study showing that when hamsters with cardiovascular heart problems underwent four weeks of far infrared sauna therapy, the … [Read more...]
7 Amazing Benefits of Sauna [Backed by Studies]
A lot has been said and written about sauna health benefits, and for all the right reasons. Sweating is believed to be a healthy way to make you feel invigorated and a good sauna session may also help in stress relief, apart from plenty of other benefits that are associated with this practice. A study published in the JAMA Network reveals that regular use of a sauna can … [Read more...]
Staying Fit Over 50 (The 3 Things You Need to Feel Amazing!)
Fitness at any age can be a challenge, and it becomes increasingly difficult as we get older. As we age, our metabolism slows, our hormone and energy levels begin a steep decline, we begin to lose our balance and equilibrium and even lose bone and muscle mass...may as well hit the recliner and fade away, it’s all over. Right? Wrong, once you understand these physiological … [Read more...]
Top 4 Reasons Women Avoid Weight Training (And Why All Those Reasons Are Total Crap)
“Strength” is a word that is very in vogue right now for women. It seems that you can’t turn on your TV, log on to your computer, or open a magazine without some expert talking about the importance of female strength. Pinterest must easily have a million posts dedicated to the subject, usually with some artfully displayed motivational quote, and it would seem that every … [Read more...]
A Healthier Lifestyle with Wellness
Wellness is more than freedom from illness or disease; wellness includes physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well being. Wellness is also a process of becoming aware of choices and making healthy decisions. Through this understanding of wellness we learn to make healthier choices and lead healthier (and happier) lives. A holistic approach to wellness also includes … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Reduce Stress at Work
Stress in the workplace is a serious problem for many. It can affect your physical shape as well as your mental well being, and this is just as important as being in good shape. There are some stressful situations that you can manage yourself, and it is quite important to do something about it. Stress can make you sick, or you can get burnt out. Here are some tips to … [Read more...]
How to Fight Fatigue – 5 Things That Can Help
Being tired occasionally is of course quite normal, but if you feel tired almost every day, it can be tough. The best thing you can do is to try to get at the cause of the fatigue and then do something about it. Here are five different tips you can try to combat fatigue. 1 A lot of people feel tired during the dark season. Whether you suffer from depression or not, try to … [Read more...]