Are you looking to get the most out of your infrared sauna sessions?
In this video, Clearlight Founder Johannes shares five simple yet effective tips to enhance your experience and maximise the health benefits of your infrared sauna.
Whether you’re new to infrared or a seasoned sauna enthusiast, these strategies will help you elevate your sessions and enjoy even greater results.
Breathwork
Incorporating controlled breathing techniques, such as box breathing or diaphragmatic breathing, can help deepen your relaxation response during a sauna session. Breathwork helps activate the parasympathetic nervous system, lowering stress hormones and enhancing circulation, which supports better oxygen and nutrient delivery throughout the body.
Relaxation Techniques
Engaging in mindful activities like meditation, journaling, or simply closing your eyes and listening to calming music can significantly enhance the stress-reducing effects of your sauna. Creating a sense of mental stillness allows your body to better enter a state of repair, making each session more restorative for both mind and body.
Hydration Essentials
Sweating in an infrared sauna leads to fluid and electrolyte loss. Replenishing with water, and ideally mineral-rich fluids like coconut water or electrolyte supplements, helps maintain optimal cellular function, supports detoxification, and prevents fatigue or lightheadedness post-session.
Combining Infrared and Red Light Therapy
Layering red light therapy into your sauna routine can amplify cellular regeneration and recovery. Red light penetrates the skin to stimulate mitochondrial activity, helping with skin rejuvenation, muscle repair, and reduced inflammation. Used together, these therapies offer a more powerful path to long-term wellness.
Infrared Over Traditional Saunas
Unlike traditional saunas that rely on high heat to warm the air, infrared saunas work by gently heating the body directly. This allows for longer, more frequent sessions with less strain, which over time has been linked to improved cardiovascular health, enhanced detoxification, muscle recovery, and a deeper state of relaxation. Regular users often report clearer skin, better sleep, and a more balanced mood.