Humans have been using saunas for therapeutic reasons for thousands of years, and for good reason. The positive effects on the body are many, and it also feels fantastic to sit back, relax, and enjoy a cleansing sweat for a few minutes. Gyms often have shared saunas, and those are nice, but the advent of the portable sauna means that you can enjoy one in your own home, and the cost is way less than you think. Here are a couple of the benefits that might convince you that the time is now to own an infrared sauna of your own.

Ah, Sleep

Unfortunately, there are many of us out there that aren’t getting as much sleep as we should. Even if we are getting close to the recommended eight hours, the quality of the rest we’re getting might not be so great. We’re looking for a deeper sleep that’s genuinely restful, and sauna use can help us get there. Endorphins are released when we use an infrared sauna, and our body temperature, which is usually elevated in the late evening, falls when we lay down and prepare for sleep. This allows for a slow decline in endorphins if we used the sauna during the day. This drop off is vital for sleep facilitation. Even those who have long struggled with insomnia can find relief after they have established a regimen with their home sauna.

Social And Recreational Aspect

This is something about home sauna use that is rarely spoken of, as many articles tend to zero in on the positive aspects of what the sauna does for the body. There are home saunas now that are designed for multiple people, and it can be a lovely experience to sit in one with a friend or family member so that both of you can enjoy the time out from the world and its pressures and stresses. Sauna use is conducive to quiet conversation, as you will feel an intimacy that is not regularly there when distractions surround you. Partners often like to use the sauna together, and they feel a unique sense of closeness afterwards.

A healthier lifestyle can be multifaceted, and include better diet, exercise, and a plethora of other things. But sauna use is a way for you to get back in tune with your mind and body, and you can now do it in the privacy of your own home.