- Drink water. Make sure you’re hydrated before going into an infrared sauna. Drink a glass of water before your session. You can also bring water into the sauna, especially if you’re sensitive to higher heats.
- Choose the temperature. The average temperature for an infrared sauna ranges from 100˚F to 150˚F, with beginners starting out at the lower end and more experienced users at the higher end. If this is your first time, start with 100˚F. You may want to stay at this temperature for a few sessions. You can always increase the temperature each session until you reach 150˚F.
- Clothing. How you dress is your choice. Some people will wear bathing suits, while others prefer to go in naked.
- What you can do while in the sauna. Relax, read, meditate, listen to music, or visit with friends. Just don’t go to sleep.
Seek permission from your doctor to use the infrared sauna if you:
- are under 14 years old
- are elderly
- have cardiovascular conditions
- have chronic condition/diseases associated with reduced ability to sweat or perspire
- are obese
- have implants
- have a pacemaker/defibrillator
- are taking medication
Other items of note about your appointment:
- You CANNOT use infrared sauna if you are pregnant or suspect that you may be pregnant!
- You are responsible for any damage of property in the sauna room.