Sauna Benefits Explored
Sauna sessions can significantly impact cortisol levels, with increases observed after both the first and tenth sessions. The protocol involved ten sauna sessions, each consisting of three rounds of 15 minutes, separated by cool showers. This method not only enhances relaxation but also stimulates the immune system, revealing the complex effects of heat as a stressor on the body.In this clip
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If I was looking for maximum physical benefits, would doing 15 minutes of sauna at 200-220°F during the week, followed by a fast shower and 3 minutes in a cold plunge at 46°F, suffice, or would I need more time? On the weekends, I would typically do a 20-minute session at the same temperatures followed by the same plunge or do 2-3 sets of both, going back and forth.
Is it beneficial to do 2 sessions of sauna for 20 minutes at 90 degrees Celsius and 2 sessions of cold plunge for 3 minutes after a HIIT workout once per week, and then another 2 sessions of sauna followed by 2 sessions of cold plunge on another day of the week?
If I do a sauna session of 20 minutes at 80 degrees Celsius, three times a week, what are the potential benefits based on the episode Andrew Huberman: Focus, Stress, Relationships, and Friendship | Lex Fridman Podcast #277 and the clip Sauna Benefits Explained?