Infrared vs. Nordic Sauna
In our latest YouTube video, we’re addressing a question we hear ALL. THE. TIME.
What’s better: infrared or Nordic sauna? We know, it’s no surprise which side of the line we stand on. We’re here to explain why we feel so strongly about the answer.
We sit down with Annette Scott of Kodawari Studios to discuss the differences between infrared and traditional Nordic saunas. We’re taking a deep dive into the science, the health benefits, and cultural practices to help you understand the significant differences between these two modalities.
In this video, you’ll hear about:
0:28 – The science of traditional sauna vs. infrared sauna
3:05 – The social benefits of traditional sauna
5:46 – Annette’s business experience with infrared and traditional sauna
7:13 – The cultural component of sauna
Resources to help you dig deeper:
- Cardiovascular and Other Health Benefits of Sauna Bathing by Mayo Clinic
- Association Between Sauna Bathing and Fatal Cardiovascular and All-Cause Mortality Events by Jama Internal Medicine
- Saunas and Social Connection by Global Wellness Summit
Go Beyond the Hype
Want to learn more about common sauna myths and the health benefits of sauna? Check out our new on-demand course, Sweat Equity: The Sauna and Cold Plunge Masterclass, created in collaboration with Annette Scott of Kodawari Studios.
As leaders who work every day to bring quality sauna to people’s lives we know firsthand that almost everyone has more to learn about sauna, especially when it comes to the health benefits. Our goal has been to create an easy way for enthusiasts to dive into the research that matters so they can become a trusted source in their community on the transformative power of sauna and cold plunge.
This on-demand video course covers 16 different topics with a total of 2.5 hours worth of instruction given by industry experts Annette Scott and Justin Juntunen. Digestible videos allow you to dive in at your own speed on a range of topics covering the biological, psychological, and social benefits of sauna.
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