Sauna bathing is an ancient wellness practice, deeply rooted in European traditions.
Sauna goes much beyond relaxation. In fact, regular sauna use is scientifically proven to deliver profound health benefits, particularly for cardiovascular health, brain function and longevity.
Science backed Health Benefits of Regular Sauna Bathing include:
- Cardiovascular Health & Longevity – A 20-year Finnish study of over 2,000 men found that those who used a sauna 4–7 times per week had a 50% lower risk of fatal cardiovascular disease compared to those who used it once a week. Sauna use mimics moderate exercise, improving circulation, lowering blood pressure, and enhancing heart health. (Laukkanen et al., 2015)
- Brain Health & Reduced Alzheimer’s Risk – Another Finnish study found that men who used the sauna 4–7 times per week had a 65% lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and dementia compared to infrequent users. The heat stress and increased blood flow to the brain support cognitive function and reduce neuroinflammation. (Laukkanen et al., 2017)
- Muscle Recovery & Pain Relief – Heat therapy reduces muscle soreness, speeds up recovery after exercise, and relieves joint pain in conditions like arthritis. Sauna sessions increase circulation and help deliver oxygen and nutrients to muscles for faster healing.
- Improved Sleep & Stress Reduction – Regular sauna lowers cortisol (the stress hormone) and boosts endorphins, helping to promote deeper, more restorative sleep and an overall sense of relaxation.
- Stronger Immune System – Smaller studies have shown that sauna bathing may increase white blood cell production, helping the body fight off infections and reduce the frequency of colds. (Hannuksela & Ellahham, 2001)
- Detoxification & Skin Health – Sweating in a sauna helps flush out toxins, heavy metals, and impurities, while also improving skin elasticity, circulation, and acne.
The Transformative Wellbeing Power of Deep Heat
- Physical Renewal – Heat enhances circulation, flushing out toxins and delivering nutrients to muscles, joints, and skin. This rejuvenation reduces muscle tension and supports faster recovery, leaving you feeling revitalised.
- Mental Reset – The soothing heat calms the nervous system, reducing stress and promoting mental clarity, creating the perfect environment for a full mental reset.
- Emotional Healing – Heat stimulates endorphin production, boosting mood and easing tension. It provides a space for emotional reflection and release, leaving you feeling balanced.
- Mind-Body Connection – The enveloping warmth encourages mindfulness, fostering a deeper awareness of your body, breath, and thoughts, promoting overall well-being.
- Building Resilience – Regular heat exposure strengthens both physical and mental resilience, helping you adapt, increase endurance, and better handle stress.
- Builds Community – Saunas naturally create an inclusive space where people come together, forging real connections and a sense of belonging.
- Encourages Connection – In a relaxed, alcohol-free environment, saunas offer the perfect setting to socialise and strengthen bonds, combatting loneliness and fostering support networks.
There are different ways to experience sauna as follows:
- Community Sauna Sessions – for locals or groups to come together
- Sauna Rituals – these are guided wellbeing experiences in the sauna – which will pop up in different locations.
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