Infared Sauna

chvall99 · ‎07-02-2011

Has anyone tried this? It's been around for a while, but I just had my first 30-minute session yesterday. It was so relaxing! There were lots of benefit claims that I take with a grain of salt though. Especially that part about burning 600 calories (as if) during a 30-minute session. I cannot afford to do this on a regular basis but I will definitely treat myself with a session from time to time. Interested to see if others have had health benefits or have a home sauna.

sidsmom · ‎11-25-2011

I've been wanting to try an Infared Sauna.

There's a small studio near me which offers that service

I just might have to try!

For those reading, an infared sauna doesn't change the temperature

of the air since it's heating from within.

@chvall99 Did you feel warm or sweaty afterwards?

SeaMaiden · ‎03-10-2010

many years ago shop nbc or whatever they called themselves then, was selling one that you set up in the corner of a room.... it came complete with free shipping and it was about $3500. I almost bougjht one. Wish I had. I think it would be wonderful.

Hoovermom · ‎03-19-2010

DH is getting one for me this Christmas. I love them. Costco has some great deals going on right now. Cannot wait. It's even more special since I mentioned I would like one in passing with him. Love that guy!!

chvall99 · ‎07-02-2011

@sidsmom At my area salon, the charge was $20 for 30 minutes. I thought 30 minutes was perfect for me. It was my first time so the salon used a temp of 146. I did perspire slightly, and my skin definitely glowed afterward! I was doing some research and learned that my experience was normal for the first time; apparently you perspire a lot more in subsequent sessions.

PS I was thinking that it really was not that warm, but then my magazine totally fell apart in my hands. The heat had softened the glue holding it together!

chvall99 · ‎07-02-2011

@Hoovermom @SeaMaiden Oooh, it was only one session and I was thinking I want this at home! No Costco near me though. @Hoovermom you are fortunate to have such a flexible husband. I think mine would be very skeptical about installing something he would consider a fad. The idea is planted though. I am going to start an infrared campaign. He has hip pain and I am pretty sure that the increased core heat would help him. And I have a March birthday and a bonus at work. Hmmm.

Hoovermom · ‎03-19-2010

@chvall99 : I am ordering my sauna online at Costco. They are having a sale starting on December 27 and that the one that I am getting. Aren't they wonderful? I did them when I was a crossfitter and loved it. We hope to enjoy it for years to come. Have a great Christmas.