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sauna, steam rooms, whats the point?

  • 24-11-2010 12:49PM
    #1
    ronnie085
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,003 ✭✭✭


    started to run to gym for recovery runs followed by some much needed strength work for the last month, follow that with a relaxing dip in pool and then hang around steam room for a while. Just wondering are there any benefits in using it or is relaxation the only thing? The small things i think about .....


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  • #2
    elvis jones
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,197 ✭✭✭elvis jones


    I find the sauna really helps my legs after a long run, i honestly feel i recover faster and have less aches if i use a sauna !


  • #3
    metamorphosis
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,991 ✭✭✭metamorphosis


    plus its good for the skin - opens up the pores


  • #4
    Bambaata
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,182 ✭✭✭Bambaata


    this is a good question. i never use the sauna/steam room/jacuzzi after swims and im beside then 3 times a week. If they have any benefit id be tempted using them!


  • #5
    tunney
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,585 ✭✭✭✭tunney


    Benefits can be there for those going to race in hotter weather, in terms of temperature and humidity adjustments.

    Other than that - heat is nice :)


  • #6
    X files
    Closed Accounts Posts: 67 ✭✭X files


    Sauna seems to help recovery and also help me sleep post race or hard workout. The steam room sterilises me !


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