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How to sauna

 

If you’re new to the world of saunas, it’s very straightforward – just follow these steps.

What to wear

Please wear swimwear or something light and comfortable.

What to bring

You’ll need one towel to sit on, and a second towel or towelling robe to dry off with / wrap up in afterwards.

Keeping hydrated is essential, so drink plenty of water before your session and make sure you bring a large bottle with you.

What to avoid

Don’t consume any alcohol before your sauna session. It’s also best to avoid heavy meals beforehand.

The sauna ritual, step by step

WARMTH

Enter the sauna, get comfy, and relax. Aim for slow, deep breathing.

COOL

After just 5 minutes to begin with, step outside and cool down in the fresh air.

REPEAT

Warm back up again in the sauna and repeat the warm up / cool down cycle as often as you like, building up to a maximum of 15 minutes at a time in the steam, if that feels right for you. If not, feel free to step outside as often as you need to. 

HYDRATE

It’s essential to drink from your water bottle regularly throughout your experience.

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