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Sauna

Deliberate heat exposure.

What it is

Regular use of dry or infrared heat.

Why people explore it

Community experience

Recovery, sleep and cardiovascular health.

Reported benefits

Community experience

Relaxing and pairs well with training.

What the evidence says

Current evidence

Observational evidence is encouraging, particularly from Finnish cohort studies.

Limitations

Current evidence

Access and cost.

Risks and cautions

Dehydration, blood-pressure and pregnancy considerations; alcohol makes it dangerous.

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