Dry and steam sauna is an activity that almost all athletes are familiar with and pay special attention to at the championship, professional and amateur levels, and sauna is one of the ways to lose weight all over the world. This method was introduced to the world by the people of Finland. After years, the people of this country are still in favor of sauna. So that it is said that one out of every three houses in Finland has a sauna. The use of sauna in Iran also has a long history. But in the last one or two decades, special attention has been paid to the design of dry and steam sauna and its use.
Nowadays, due to the growing number of sauna fans, it is obvious and necessary to examine the differences between dry and steam saunas. Finns believe that dry sauna frees the body from stress and toxins. The steam sauna is also rooted in the Eastern tradition and is considered the best gift for the skin, sinuses and mucous membranes. All this is due to the heat mixed with the steam. Dry and steam saunas have their benefits but may be problematic for some people. In this article, we discuss the differences, advantages and disadvantages of dry sauna and steam. Also, in this article, it is said how to use the sauna, knowledge that seems very necessary for everyone, including sauna lovers.
Dry and steam sauna design difference
Using the opinions and experiences of an expert with experience in building a dry sauna can be useful to make a basic design. In the construction of steam sauna and dry sauna, the necessary technical requirements should also be considered.
Dry Sauna
Dry sauna is made in the form of a room with wooden walls. The dry sauna has platforms for sitting and lying down. Due to the high temperature inside the sauna, materials that are not good conductors should be used in the construction of the platforms. Assume that metal or stone is used in these platforms, which has been strongly heated in the high temperature of the chamber. High-quality Russian wood, termwood or processed raw wood is the best option for this purpose;
To the extent that thermowood is referred to as sauna wood. Using high-quality thermowood wood and following the necessary precautions will increase the lifespan of the sauna, and you can perform better by using special sauna oil in the maintenance of the sauna. This oil is used to optimize and maintain the wooden surfaces inside the sauna, such as the bench, wooden wall and floor coverings, and all the raw wood inside the sauna. wood turns; At the same time, it does not allow the internal moisture of the wood to escape and dry it. Among its other characteristics, we can mention the restoration of wood color and texture in a natural way.
To heat the sauna room you need to make a cylindrical or cubic furnace with a dimension of 1.2 %; The chimney diameter is 2 inches and the diameter of the burner, which is 2 cm from the floor, is 2 inches. The torch is located outside the room and the furnace is placed inside the sauna, so it flows hot and dry in this chamber, and by pouring some water on the hot stones, it can increase the humidity of the sauna chamber, and the temperature of the sauna can also increase its temperature. Increased.
Researchers have confirmed that using a dry sauna twice a week has a huge impact on health. Although exercise is very beneficial for health, transpiration is less than dried in the sauna, so the effect of dry sauna on the removal of toxins from the body and lean will be far greater than exercise.
Sweat in This sauna is relatively suitable, helping to excrete accumulated toxins under the skin, increased blood circulation and body temperature, as well as opening the pores of the skin, using this type of sauna is very useful for human health once a week or twice. It is the most famous and popular sauna in the world. Its name is derived from the Finnish language and made of wood. Usually when it comes to sauna, it means dry sauna.
steam sauna
Steam sauna, Turkish or Russian sauna is a chamber whose walls are usually made of stone or high-quality ceramics and has several vents for steam to enter. This increases the humidity and temperature inside the room. A thermostat also adjusts the temperature of the room.
As mentioned, the walls of the steam sauna can be made of stone or ceramic. However, due to the higher resistance of ceramics against moisture, it is recommended to use fine pool ceramics to make the walls of the steam sauna waterproof and resistant.
tips on using dry sauna and steam
Showering and washing: Before entering the sauna area, be sure to shower and wash your body with detergent thoroughly. This is essential for maintaining your health while maintaining your health. The body begins to sweat in the warm space of the sauna. Sona Steam and Body Heating: To get started, it is best to start with the steam sauna first. The warm and humid atmosphere of this place is a very good environment to raise your body temperature and your muscles and arteries are ready for physical activity. The time to stay in this place can be about 1 to 2 minutes. This is exactly the same as warming before exercise, and does not damage the muscles and tendons of the body and increase their expansion and flexibility.
After you get out of the steam sauna, your body is ready to swim. You can swim in the pool for at least 5 minutes in the pool or any other swimming of your favorite. This is necessary to raise your heart rate and improve your cardiovascular condition.
Warm Jacuzzi and Fatigue Removal: Since your body is tired after swimming, it is best to be hot in the Jacuzzi for about 5 minutes and massage different parts of your body with water pressure. Make your breath back to normal and get ready to start the main sauna session. Try to massage all parts of the body and don't forget to massage ankle and soles of the foot, which is very effective