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2023/9/13
Saunas are popular among a wide range of age groups, including young people.Along with this, the number of sauna facilities is also increasing.You can now easily use a variety of saunas, including general wet saunas, Finnish saunas, and outdoor saunas.Many people may have the impression that saunas are good for your health or have beauty or diet benefits.Therefore, there may be many people who say, ``I've never been to a sauna before, but I would like to try it.''However, saunas have some disadvantages, such as making you feel unwell if you do not use them properly.In this article, we will explain the benefits and effects of saunas, as well as the disadvantages and countermeasures you should be aware of, as well as how to use saunas to get in shape.
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While there is an opinion that saunas are good for health and beauty, you may also hear stories of people getting sick due to saunas.
In conclusion, saunas have many benefits that have a positive effect on the body.If you experience symptoms such as losing consciousness or feeling unwell during the sauna, there is a high possibility that there is a problem with the way you enter the sauna.In order to get the various benefits from a sauna, you need to learn how to use it correctly.
A sauna warms your body by bathing in hot air at a high temperature (80 to 90 degrees) and provides various benefits.We will explain 11 benefits of using a sauna in order.
One of the benefits of saunas is that they promote blood flow.It is said to be nearly twice as strong as at rest, and has the effect of increasing the amount of oxygen carried in the blood and secreting substances that cause muscle fatigue.Since it regenerates energy in the body, you can expect a fatigue recovery effect.
Another great thing about it is that it helps relieve fatigue not only for the body but also for the mind.When you warm up in the sauna, your muscles will release tension and your blood vessels will relax.As a result, palpitations are relieved and anxiety and stress are relieved.
When you enter a sauna and the hot air stimulates the skin all over your body, your central nervous system becomes activated.It is said that it also promotes the adjustment of bodily functions by the nervous system, leading to stress relief.
Immediately after entering the sauna, blood pressure increases temporarily, but afterward, both systolic and diastolic blood pressure decrease due to the dilation effect of blood vessels.There is also an overseas paper (*) that shows that regular use of a sauna is effective in preventing high blood pressure.However, saunas can put a considerable strain on the heart and blood vessels, so if you already have high blood pressure, you should consult your doctor before using a sauna.
*Sauna Bathing and Incident Hypertension: A Prospective Cohort Study | American Journal of Hypertension | Oxford Academic (oup.com)
In particular, saunas with low temperatures can help you sleep better.Slowly entering the sauna has a sedative effect.Your body switches from an active rhythm during the day to a restful rhythm at night, improving the quality of your sleep.To get a good night's sleep, it's best to sit on the lower level of the sauna room.This is because warmed air has a tendency to rise, so it becomes colder at the bottom.
When sauna promotes blood circulation, it has the following effects on muscles.
Due to the above effects, it is said that it can be expected to improve neurosensory symptoms such as muscle-related stiff shoulders and muscle pain, as well as lower back pain.
When you take a sauna, you sweat a lot, so when you weigh yourself after taking a bath, you may have lost about 1 kg.However, the weight loss effect of saunas is temporary.What is important is the improvement of metabolism by increasing body temperature and the effect of discharging lactic acid, which inhibits fat burning.By combining exercise and diet changes with a sauna session, you will be able to achieve a diet effect.
A series of temperature changes such as saunas, cold baths, and outdoor air baths increases the ability to regulate the autonomic nervous system and improves blood circulation in the capillaries.
When you enter the sauna, your pulse rate will gradually increase.The increase in pulse rate is due to an increase in the amount of blood pumped by the heart.By increasing blood output from the heart, oxygen and nutrients are more efficiently supplied throughout the body.
Work up a sweat in the sauna, or cool down in a cold bath or shower.Furthermore, the experience you get while taking a break in the open air is often described as ``settling'', and some of you may have heard of it.The autonomic nervous system consists of two parts: the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous system.In a hot sauna or cold water bath, the sympathetic nervous system becomes dominant (an excited state), while in an open air bath, the parasympathetic nervous system becomes dominant (a relaxed state). condition).A state in which these two coexist is ``adjusted''.
A bathing method that uses both a sauna and a cold bath to "condition" is called "alternate bathing," and it works on both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves and is a training exercise that trains the autonomic nervous system.
It is said that when a human's body temperature reaches approximately 38 degrees, sweat is produced from sweat glands all over the body.By sweating in a sauna, you can also remove sebum and dirt accumulated in your pores and apocrine glands, cleaning your skin and subcutaneous tissue.
When you enter a sauna and your body temperature exceeds 38 degrees, a protein called HSP (heat shock protein) is produced. HSP is a substance deeply related to the human natural healing power that has the function of restoring damaged proteins.
Most cells in the human body are made of protein.HSPs are also produced at the same time that proteins within cells are damaged.High fever, fatigue, heat and cold.Furthermore, HSPs are responsible for repairing damage to cells caused by various stresses such as ultraviolet rays.If you can increase your HSP by taking a sauna, it will lead to increasing your natural healing power.
*Source: Japan Sauna and Spa Association, “Physical Effects Unique to Sauna” (Reference 2023-9-10)
Although saunas have advantages, they also have disadvantages.
What you especially want to remember is that saunas are taxing on your body.When you use a sauna, the stress on your body is similar to that of a light exercise.Naturally, if the frequency and time you use the sauna increases, the load will naturally increase.If you use it too much, it can become such a burden that it interferes with your daily life and work.
Also, using the sauna for long periods of time can lead to dehydration and heat stroke.Heat shock is a phenomenon in which rapid changes in temperature cause blood pressure to rise and fall, causing heart and blood vessel disease, and saunas can also cause this phenomenon.If you have a chronic illness or have high blood pressure, we recommend that you consult your doctor before using this product.
Influenced by the sauna boom in recent years, ``Sa-katsu'', such as having a relaxing experience in a sauna and enjoying sameshi, has become popular.There may be many people who want to enjoy sa-katsu as a date for couples.Couples can enjoy sauna together, but men and women are generally not allowed to enter the sauna room together.By not going into the sauna room together, there is often a time lag between the sauna, cold bath, and outside air bath, which has the disadvantage of not being able to enjoy the sauna together.
In order to eliminate the disadvantages of saunas, we will explain the countermeasures you should know.
Please use the sauna as much as you can, depending on your physical condition.You should refrain from using the sauna if you are extremely tired, lack sleep, or have consumed alcohol.
If you experience unusual symptoms such as a headache, lightheadedness, or dizziness while taking a sauna, immediately stop using the sauna and take a rest in a cool place.If your symptoms do not subside, seek help from those around you.
When you sweat in a sauna, both water and salt are removed from your body.Before and after the sauna, drink around 300 to 500 milliliters of a drink containing electrolytes, such as mineral water or salt.It is important to stay hydrated before sauna even if you are not thirsty.
Many people like to drink alcohol after sauna.However, it is strictly prohibited to drink alcohol or anything containing caffeine, such as coffee, before or immediately after taking a sauna.These drinks have a diuretic effect, making it easier for your body to eliminate water.If you want to enjoy alcohol, make sure you are well hydrated and rested.
There are also saunas that you can enjoy in a private space without other customers.If you want to enjoy a sauna as a couple, use facilities and services that allow you to use the sauna in a private space.For example, some glamping facilities have saunas that can be used in private spaces, such as private saunas or saunas for guest rooms.What's more, with the in-room sauna, you can enjoy the sauna whenever you like during your stay.
In order to effectively use a sauna for beauty and health reasons, it is important to know how to use it correctly.
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If you want to fully enjoy the sauna, we recommend a glamping facility.Some glamping facilities have their own saunas in their rooms, so you can use the sauna as many times as you like during your stay.It's perfect for when you want to spend some time soaking up the sauna.
The types of saunas installed at glamping facilities are generally tent-style outdoor saunas and Finnish-style barrel saunas.It is also recommended when you want to use a sauna that is different from the wet saunas and dry saunas that are often found in everyday facilities.
Glamping facilities are popular because they offer a special experience when you cool down after sauna.There are places with cold baths, pools, jacuzzis, and even places where you can jump into the river.Afterwards, take a bath in the open air while feeling the sea breeze or listening to the sound of the waves and the murmuring of the river.What's more, you'll be able to enjoy experiences that you can't get in a regular sauna, such as looking at the spectacular views of the ocean and mountains.At the glamping facility's sauna, you will be able to achieve the ultimate ``conditioning'' experience that will make you feel as if you are one with nature.
We have explained the advantages and effects of saunas, as well as disadvantages and countermeasures.Sauna not only has a positive effect on the body, but it also has benefits for women such as dieting and beautiful skin.For this reason, it is important to use the sauna in the correct way and not to overdo it.Please consider the disadvantages of using a sauna, such as the time and cost, and make it a fun and refreshing experience.
*This column was created based on information as of April 2023, 9.Please check the official website for the latest information on each facility and each prefecture campaign.
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