Mood Boosting Relaxation Benefits of Steam Spas and Saunas
Mood-Enhancing Relaxation
Kickstart your body’s production of “feel-good” hormones to put you on cloud nine.
The thick and hot steam produced by our Signature Steam Sauna provides warm comfort and enjoyment. This allows for your body to release its “feel good” hormones- endorphins, and leaves you in an elevated mood.
The science behind stress reduction
Research has proven that steam rooms may lead to a drop in cortisol levels (known as the ‘stress’ hormone) and increase in the production of serotonin (known as the “feel-good” neurotransmitter) and therefore can lower both your stress and anxiety levels.
Research also supports heat therapy’s ability to increase production of serotonin and as a treatment for those suffering with mood disorders and stress 1.
Research also shows steam therapy can increase the release of aldosterone, the hormone that helps to lower blood pressure and enhance relaxation 2.
Oh! And can help you get better sleep at night.
While Steam may affect heat-sensitive neurons that help boost serotonin, it also has shown to boost melatonin, an important hormone that helps you relax and aid in a good night’s sleep 3.
A nightly heat steam session is the perfect way to relax and ensure
a good night of sleep. Enjoying the sauna before bed will increase
your body’s core temperature which will enhance the quality of your
sleep while reducing the time it takes to fall asleep.
Additionally, the increased blood circulation you experience while in a steam room will result in a heightened sense of calmness as well as deeper sleep at night.
After an intense sauna session, your body and mind should feel relaxed from the day’s worries and anxieties, the perfect feeling before bed 4.
A better way to relax
Our personal sauna is designed to facilitate the ideal moment to yourself... Perfect for daily meditation and breathing exercises. The design of our Signature Steam Spa is meant to offer a place free from outside distractions where you can clear your mind and focus on your breath. Whether you are an experienced meditator, or just now looking to get in on this amazing health practice, our Steam Spa is your new relaxation sanctuary.
Muscle relaxation:
Post-exercise muscles are in desperate need of relaxation in order to promote a speedy and healthy recovery. When you use steam heat therapy, it kickstarts the vital muscle relaxation process for muscle expedited muscle gains and recovery
Enjoy the many benefits of everyday sauna use and up your at-home relaxation game with the Nordic Ways Signature Steam Spa. Our complete package has everything you need to get your sauna on at home. The perfect solution for COVID-19 shutdowns of gyms/wellness centers. Our first drop only has 500 units available, so act now to reserve yours today.
The many benefits of steam saunas extend far beyond relaxation benefits. To look at some of the other amazing health, rejuvenation, and detoxification benefits, click below.
References
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- Panov SF, Pleshakov AA. [Effect of steam bath on gastric secretion and some endocrine changes of athlete-fighters]. Fiziol Cheloveka. 2011 Mar-Apr;37(2):92-9. Russian. PMID: 21542324. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21542324/
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- Liao WC. Effects of passive body heating on body temperature and sleep regulation in the elderly: a systematic review. Int J Nurs Stud. 2002 Nov;39(8):803-10. doi: 10.1016/s0020-7489(02)00023-8. PMID: 12379298. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12379298/